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The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to Liverpool
Showing times and prices for Nov 16
Cheapest price
€147
Average price
€147
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
307 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Liverpool will cost around €147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €147.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Poole for Liverpool on Sun, Nov 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct trains cover the 307 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:55AM6h09
Poole02:04PMLiverpool
€1471One-way
0 transfers
10:32AM5h32
Poole04:04PMLiverpool
€1471One-way
0 transfers
07:32AM6h32
Poole02:04PMLiverpool
€1491One-way
0 transfers
10:32AM5h32
Poole04:04PMLiverpool
€1471One-way
0 transfers
07:55AM6h09
Poole02:04PMLiverpool
€1471One-way
0 transfers
07:32AM6h32
Poole02:04PMLiverpool
€1491One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Poole to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poole to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €68.
Distance: 307 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€136 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Poole to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:32 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM Poole | 5h36 | 10:04 AM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:07 AM Poole | 5h57 | 2:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:41 AM Poole | 5h23 | 2:04 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:40 AM Poole | 6h02 | 3:42 PM Liverpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to Liverpool
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Trains from Poole to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 5h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 18:43 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21
Train companies: South Western Railway from Poole to Liverpool trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Poole and Liverpool from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
€146
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Poole to Liverpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Poole to Liverpool can start from as little as €67 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Poole to Liverpool is €132; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Poole to Liverpool is on average 5 h 25 min for the 307 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Liverpool from Poole by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Poole to Liverpool leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Poole to Liverpool leaves at 19: 08.
There are 4 trains a day from Poole to Liverpool which require at least one change with South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Poole to Liverpool train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Liverpool from Poole to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 08.
The cheapest month to travel from Poole to Liverpool by train is March.
You have options as you can travel to Liverpool from Poole 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poole to Liverpool
Poole
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Poole is Parkstone (Dorset). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parkstone (Dorset) for your trip from Poole to Liverpool.
Parkstone (Dorset)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Parkstone (Dorset)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
Poole
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is level access to both sides of the station by ramps. Interchange between platforms is via a ramped underpass at the London end of the platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transit options for Poole
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
The major train station for arrivals in Liverpool is Liverpool James Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool James Street for your journey to Liverpool from Poole.
Liverpool James Street
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Liverpool James Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
Liverpool Central
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transit options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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