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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$106
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$123
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 28 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poole to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Manchester will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Poole to Manchester without transferring at least once.
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Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
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G00849Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poole to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a flight costs an average of $259.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$163 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $259 Average price | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Poole to Manchester:
A bus is $106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poole to Manchester costing on average $163.
A bus is $203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Poole to Manchester costing on average $259.
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 50m.
Bus takes on average 8h 38m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (4h 50m by train vs 5h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $163 compared to roughly $84 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.
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 Poole to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L78743+ G00849 | 4:55 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h34 | 10:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
L78743 · L81943+ W34070+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston | 4:55 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h24 | 10:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
L78743+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+ W34070+ G88357 | 4:55 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h24 | 10:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 transfers | |
L78869+ W33961+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 5:35 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h30 | 11:05 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
L78750+ G00851 | 5:50 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h39 | 11:29 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
L78750+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W34038 | 5:50 AM Poole station (POO) | 5h29 | 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Poole to Manchester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 but you can travel from only $21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poole to Manchester trains use the Poole to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Poole and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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