The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Poole
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
5 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Poole will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nottingham for Poole on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 51 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Poole
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €60.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€144 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Poole train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Poole trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:21 AM Nottingham | 6h29 | 1:50 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Nottingham | 6h03 | 1:33 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Nottingham | 5h51 | 3:31 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Nottingham to Poole trains with Omio?
South Western Railway as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Nottingham to Poole. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Poole.
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Poole.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While South Western Railway tickets can be bought on South Western Railway's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Nottingham to Poole.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Poole.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Poole
Trains from Nottingham to Poole run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 04:42 |
Last train 21:40 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Nottingham to Poole trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Nottingham and Poole from $21 (€17). 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 Nottingham to Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Poole
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 18:00 Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall and in the Waiting Room on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Main Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt, off Serpentine Road
- 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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