How to travel from Poole to Portsmouth

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Compare bus and train for Poole to Portsmouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Portsmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł72, while a bus costs an average of zł116.

Distance: 39 miles (64 km)

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zł72

Average price

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zł116

Average price

2h 18m

Average total duration

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1h 48m

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30m

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2h 30m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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South Western Railway

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from Poole to Portsmouth

How to get from Poole to Portsmouth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Poole to Portsmouth is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • South Western RailwayL78760 · L81172
    7:19 AM2h07
    Poole station (POO)
    9:26 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    861One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • South Western RailwayL78760 · L81172
    7:19 AM2h07
    Poole station (POO)
    9:26 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    861One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • South Western RailwayL78764+Great Western RailwayG15001
    7:59 AM1h49
    Poole station (POO)
    9:48 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    1881One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • South Western RailwayL80355_L78760 · L80498 · L79914
    7:36 AM2h36
    Poole station (POO)
    10:12 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    931One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80341_L78871 · L84085 · L84465
    6:34 AM2h38
    Poole station (POO)
    9:12 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    931One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80341_L78871+Great Western RailwayW34961
    6:34 AM1h49
    Poole station (POO)
    8:23 AMPortsmouth & Southsea (PMS)
    1881One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Poole to Portsmouth

Travel to Portsmouth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Poole to Portsmouth.

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There are 2 options to travel between Poole and Portsmouth including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Poole to Portsmouth is a train with an average price of zł72.

This is compared to other travel options from Poole to Portsmouth:

A train is zł44 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Poole to Portsmouth costing on average zł116.

The fastest way to travel from Poole to Portsmouth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Portsmouth take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 30m.

The distance from Poole to Portsmouth is approximately 39 miles (64 km).
The average frequency per day from Poole to Portsmouth is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Poole and Portsmouth as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Poole to Portsmouth:
  • Trains mostly depart from Poole station (POO) and arrive in Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Lymington Pier and arrive in Portsmouth Harbour.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Poole to Portsmouth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Portsmouth by bus.
  • Travel with South Western Railway to go to Portsmouth by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Poole to Portsmouth:
  • 0 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Poole to Portsmouth often also extend their vacation to go to London, Southampton, Manchester, Birmingham, London Waterloo (WAT). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Portsmouth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Portsmouth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending two to three days in Portsmouth is generally enough to explore key attractions such as the Historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower, and enjoy the vibrant waterfront.

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