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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 on Sep 18
$8
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$12
Fastest journey on Sep 18
20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
21 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wool to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wool to Poole will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from Wool to Poole, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 21 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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L80207Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wool to Poole among Omio's users.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$6 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
26m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The table below shows live departures for Wool to Poole 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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L80363_L80064 | 8:15 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0h20 | 8:35 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80195 | 8:38 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0h21 | 8:59 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80201 | 9:38 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0h21 | 9:59 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80207 | 10:40 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0h21 | 11:01 AM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80217 | 11:40 AM Wool station (WOO) | 0h21 | 12:01 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80227 | 12:40 PM Wool station (WOO) | 0h21 | 1:01 PM Poole station (POO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:52.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:52 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 Wool 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 Wool to Poole trains use the Wool to Poole station pair. Use this guide to compare Wool and Poole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wool has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Wool.
Wi-Fi is available at Wool.
Ticket office support is available at Wool.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wool: Parking, WC.
Available at Wool: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at approx 1:10 gradient to both platforms via separate entrances (Platform 1 ramp is steeper towards the top for approx 1m). Step-free access between platforms via street and full-barrier level crossing. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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