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Outbound fromPoole to Bournemouth by train
It takes an average of 12m to travel from Poole to Bournemouth by train, over a distance of around 5 miles (8 km). There are normally 93 trains per day travelling from Poole to Bournemouth and tickets for this journey start from £4.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:50 | |
| Departure station | Poole | |
| Arrival station | Bournemouth | |
| Journey time | From 9m | |
| Distance | 5 miles (8 km) | |
| Frequency | 93 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.30 | |
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Travelling from Poole to Bournemouth by train
Planning a sunny day out and looking to travel from Poole to Bournemouth by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Poole to Bournemouth usually takes around 14m but can take just 9m on the fastest South Western Railway services, with around 52 trains running on this popular route per day. Trains are direct, so once you’re on board you can sit back, relax and stay connected with free WiFi available on most services.
If you’re heading for a relaxing day out at the beach or a wander along Boscombe Pier, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book your trains to Bournemouth and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you use a Railcard or travel during Off-Peak times.
Keen to book your train tickets from Poole to Bournemouth? No need to wait, start a search with us today! Want to learn a bit more about the journey first? Find ticket options, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs below including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Poole to Bournemouth
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Cheap train tickets from Poole to Bournemouth
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Poole to Bournemouth is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.