How to travel from Portsmouth to Poole

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Compare bus and train for Portsmouth to Poole

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. 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 zł68, while a train costs an average of zł68.

Distance: 39 miles (64 km)

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zł68

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Cheapest

zł77

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2h 11m

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Fastest

1h 41m

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1h 18m

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The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Poole is a train with an average price of zł104.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Poole is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Portsmouth and Poole including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Portsmouth to Poole among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł104 compared to roughly zł77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-27.38. The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Portsmouth to Poole

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

Our recommendation

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

  • South Western Railway
    9:52 AM1h58
    Portsmouth
    11:50 AMPoole
    731One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • South Western Railway
    9:52 AM1h58
    Portsmouth
    11:50 AMPoole
    731One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • South Western Railway
    9:52 AM1h58
    Portsmouth
    11:50 AMPoole
    731One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • South Western Railway
    8:52 AM1h58
    Portsmouth
    10:50 AMPoole
    771One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Portsmouth to Poole

Travel to Poole 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 Portsmouth to Poole.

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There are 2 options to travel between Portsmouth and Poole including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Portsmouth to Poole is a train with an average price of zł68.
The fastest way to travel from Portsmouth to Poole is by train with an average journey time of 2h 11m.
The distance from Portsmouth to Poole is approximately 39 miles (64 km).
The average frequency per day from Portsmouth to Poole is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Portsmouth and Poole 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 Portsmouth to Poole:
  • Trains mostly depart from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) and arrive in Poole station (POO).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Fishbourne.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Portsmouth to Poole, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Poole by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Poole by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Portsmouth to Poole:
  • 0 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Portsmouth to Poole often also extend their vacation to go to London, Southampton, Weymouth, Longford, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Poole and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Poole to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit to Poole, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows enough time to explore its beautiful harbor, visit the nearby beaches, and enjoy local attractions such as Brownsea Island and the Poole Museum.

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