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Poole Museum
Harbourside museum of Poole's maritime, social, and pottery history in restored quayside buildings. A strong introduction to the town's past and port identity.
Cheapest price
฿7
Average price
฿7
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
11 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Poole will cost around ฿7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only ฿7.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bournemouth for Poole on Sat, Aug 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest trains will take 12 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.
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L84938Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from ฿5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of ฿5, and a train costs an average of ฿5.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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฿6 Average price | ฿5 Average price Cheapest | ฿2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Poole:
A bus is ฿1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Poole costing on average ฿6.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (11m by train vs 21m by car). Tickets start at around ฿6 compared to roughly ฿2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Poole trains for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L80242 | On time 1:10 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h09 | 1:19 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80242_L84962 | 1:13 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 1:25 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80110 | On time 1:31 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h11 | 1:42 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80254 | On time 2:08 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h10 | 2:18 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80254_L84967 | 2:13 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 2:25 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80120 | On time 2:30 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 2:42 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80262 | On time 3:08 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h10 | 3:18 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80262_L84972 | 3:13 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 3:25 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80128 | On time 3:29 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 3:41 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80274 | On time 4:08 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h10 | 4:18 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80274_L84977 | 4:13 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 4:25 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80140 | On time 4:29 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 4:41 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80282 | On time 5:07 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h14 | 5:21 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80282_L78784 | 5:18 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h09 | 5:27 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80148 | On time 5:33 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h11 | 5:44 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80148_L78790 | 5:50 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 6:02 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80294 | On time 6:02 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 6:14 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80294_L78792 | 6:17 PM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h11 | 6:28 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 15 | |||||
L84934 | 8:06 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 8:18 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80353 | 8:50 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 9:02 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L84938 | 9:10 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 9:22 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80361 | 9:35 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h12 | 9:47 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bournemouth to Poole run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at ฿5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Poole — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poole trip today.
Harbourside museum of Poole's maritime, social, and pottery history in restored quayside buildings. A strong introduction to the town's past and port identity.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions, a respected gallery programme, and cultural events. Worth visiting for modern visual art in central Poole.
Volunteer-run museum preserving Poole's RNLI history, lifeboats, and rescue stories. A compact stop for maritime heritage near the quay.
Historic waterfront lined with boats, heritage buildings, and harbour views. A must for atmosphere, walks, and seeing Poole's maritime character up close.
National Trust island of heath, lagoon, and woodland in Poole Harbour. Famous for red squirrels, birdlife, and memorable coastal walking.
Sandy peninsula with sweeping harbour and bay views, beach access, and an easy walking route. Popular for sunsets, watersports scenery, and open space.
Fresh shellfish long landed on Poole Quay. Locally served crab highlights the harbour’s fishing heritage and is prized for sweet, delicate meat.
A Dorset staple of local sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter. It is a comforting pub classic widely eaten across Poole and the county.
Traditional Dorset fruit cake made with dried fruit, spice and tea. It is closely associated with county baking and often served sliced with tea.
Elegant harbourside seafood restaurant known for refined local fish dishes, tasting menus and polished service in a special-occasion setting.
Popular waterside restaurant on Poole Quay serving fresh seafood, grilled fish and shellfish in a relaxed, lively harbour atmosphere.
Well-known traditional fish and chip restaurant near the quay, valued for sustainably sourced seafood and a casual family-friendly setting.
Poole is moderate for UK seaside towns: lodging rises in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes may use tip jars, but small change only.
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Poole Railway Station -> Poole Quay, Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Poole 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 Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bournemouth to Poole trains use the Bournemouth to Poole station pair, with some services arriving at Parkstone (Dorset). Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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.
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Poole is 1 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Poole.
Wi-Fi is available at Poole. ATMs are available at Poole.
Ticket office support is available at Poole.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Poole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Poole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Parkstone (Dorset) is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
Parkstone (Dorset) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Ticket office support is available at Parkstone (Dorset).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Parking.
Available at Parkstone (Dorset): Bike Parking.
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