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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Poole to London
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €21
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €39
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 2 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 2 h 10 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 22
- Distance
- 157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to London will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 22 trains from Poole to London, including 21 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
L801163:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers- L80106
2:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 4:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80228
1:05 PM 2h15 Poole station (POO) 3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80098
1:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80238
2:05 PM 2h15 Poole station (POO) 4:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers
- L80080
11:39 AM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80088
12:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80098
1:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80116
3:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80106
2:39 PM 2h10 Poole station (POO) 4:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Poole to London
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Trains from Poole to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Poole to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to London trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78870 | 5:33 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h14 | 7:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78751 | 5:48 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h31 | 8:19 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80342_L78872 | 6:35 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h13 | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80348_L78757 | 7:07 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 9:25 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80356_L78761 | 7:36 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h17 | 9:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L78765 | 7:59 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h27 | 10:26 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80065+ G00858+L79358 | 8:06 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h36 | 10:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80364_L80065 | 8:37 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h12 | 10:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80196 | 9:02 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80069 | 9:37 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 11:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80202 | 10:02 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h18 | 12:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80208 | 11:05 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h16 | 1:21 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80080 | 11:39 AM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80218 | 12:05 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h16 | 2:21 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80088 | 12:39 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80228 | 1:05 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h15 | 3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80098 | 1:39 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80238 | 2:05 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h15 | 4:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80106 | 2:39 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 4:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80248 | 3:05 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h15 | 5:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80116 | 3:39 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h10 | 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80258 | 4:05 PM Poole station (POO) | 2h15 | 6:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Poole to London
Trains from Poole to London are operated by both South West Trains and CrossCountry. This is a direct route that takes between 2 and 2.5 hours. There are up to three departures an hour starting at around 5:00 a.m. and continuing until about 23:00 p.m. Sunday services are slightly reduced.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Poole to London?
Departure Station: Poole Station has a modern concourse and is in the heart of the town, close to the harbour and within 5-minutes walk of the bus station. It has two taxi ranks, a car park and bicycle storage and is served by local bus routes.
Arrival Station: Trains from Poole to London arrive at Waterloo Station located close to the Embankment. The Festival Hall is about 10-minutes walk away while City Hall, the London Aquarium and the London Eye take about 20-minutes on foot. The station has car parking and bicycle storage as well as taxi ranks and is on the Jubilee, Northern and Bakerloo lines of the London Underground.
FAQs: Trains from Poole to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Poole to London
Most Poole to London trains use the Poole to London Waterloo station pair, with some services arriving at Clapham Junction. Use this guide to compare Poole and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Poole station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Poole from Poole city centre
Poole is 1 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Poole train station facilities and services
Poole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Poole.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Poole. ATMs are available at Poole.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poole.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Poole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole: 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.
Getting to Parkstone (Dorset) from Poole city centre
Parkstone (Dorset) is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Parkstone (Dorset) train station facilities and services
Parkstone (Dorset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Bike Parking.
Which London station do trains from Poole arrive at?
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Clapham Junction from London city centre
Clapham Junction is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Clapham Junction train station facilities and services
Clapham Junction has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clapham Junction.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Clapham Junction.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Clapham Junction.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clapham Junction: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clapham Junction: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clapham Junction: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access available through Brighton Yard entrance to all platforms via lifts. Step free access available through Grant Road entrance to platform 1 and 2 via lifts, 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: Yes.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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