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Outbound fromPoole to Luton by train
It takes an average of 6h 10m to travel from Poole to Luton by train, over a distance of around 105 miles (169 km). There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Poole to Luton and tickets for this journey start from £32.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:55 | |
| Departure station | Poole | |
| Arrival station | Luton | |
| Journey time | From 3h 48m | |
| Distance | 105 miles (169 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £32.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Poole to Luton in 3 hours 48 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Poole to Luton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 6 hours 10 minutes to travel the 105 miles (169 km) from Poole to Luton by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 48 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to Luton. 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 Luton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £32.40. 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 Luton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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