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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) on Fri, Dec 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
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€39 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 4:11 PM Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h18 | 4:53 PM Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h57 | 10:32 PM Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| 8:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 10:18 AM Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 2:18 PM Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 21:35 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS) 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 Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Parkstone (Dorset) (PKS)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
WifiParking
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:35 - 10:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Station Road opposite The Avocet pub To Poole: Station Road outside The Avocet pub
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