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Outbound fromPoole to Coventry by train
It takes an average of 4h 48m to travel from Poole to Coventry by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Poole to Coventry and tickets for this journey start from £103.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:54 | |
| Departure station | Poole | |
| Arrival station | Coventry | |
| Journey time | From 3h 15m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £103.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, Southern |
Taking the train from Poole to Coventry in 3 hours 15 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Poole to Coventry? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 48 minutes to travel the 118 miles (190 km) from Poole to Coventry by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 21 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to Coventry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Poole to Coventry in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £103.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Coventry by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Poole to Coventry
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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 Coventry 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.
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