Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
32 trains operate daily from Hampton to Poole. The train trip from Hampton to Poole is usually about 3 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest South Western Railway train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 52 minutes.
| Distance | 85 mi (137 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 52m |
| Lowest price | €31.34 |
| Most frequent service | South Western Railway |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hampton to Poole?
South Western Railway is the one and only train line which connects Hampton to Poole. However, there are 32 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Western Railway | 32 | 3h 12m | €40.55 |
UK's South Western Railway operates passenger rail services in London, Windsor, Reading, and Southampton. Both standard class and first-class seating are available, with the first-class section clearly marked and physically separated from the rest of the train by internal doorways. These cars offer more space and quiet away from the more crowded areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Hampton to Poole on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Hampton at 10:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 15:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 32 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Poole to Hampton.
City Information
Poole
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Endless golden, sandy beaches on the south coast of England characterize the popular destination of Poole. After its neighbor, Bournemouth, the coastal town is the second-largest in Dorset. Many travelers head to Poole to spend long, sunny summer days on one of its beaches. Sandbanks Beach is one of the most beloved, with a unique location on a small peninsula at the mouth of Poole Harbor. Gorgeous landscapes, excellent kitesurfing, soft sand, and a lively promenade make this beach the ultimate summer destination.
Poole still offers plenty to do if you visit outside of sunbathing months. Its vibrant quayside is filled with fantastic restaurants and trendy bars, and the highstreets offer boutique and local shopping experiences. Poole also serves as a gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. Many public transport options provide access to this breathtaking geological and archaeological site.
Since it's a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, Poole can be reached by many forms of travel for those without cars. Poole is only 2.5 hours from London by train on the South West Train line, and frequent trips on Megabus and National Express from London also arrive roughly every hour at peak season.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hampton?
Main departure station: Hampton (London)
There is one train station in Hampton.
All train stations in Hampton:
Hampton (London)
Where is the train station in Poole?
Main arrival station: Parkstone Station
There are more train stations and stops in Poole than most cities. Most trains from Hampton will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Poole:
Train stations in Poole:
Parkstone Station
Poole Train Station
Hamworthy Station
Branksome Station
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Poole to Hampton?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more