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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Swindon to Poole. The train trip from Swindon to Poole is usually about 2 hours and 35 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Great Western Railway + Connections train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 24 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 24m |
| Lowest price | $75.96 |
| Most frequent service | Great Western Railway + Connections |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Swindon to Poole?
Great Western Railway + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Swindon to Poole. However, there are 8 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway + Connections | 8 | 2h 36m | $75.96 |
Great Western Railway + Connections train tickets from Swindon to Poole start from $70, and on average cost . Daily there are 8 Great Western Railway + Connections schedules to Poole. Great Western Railway + Connections in Swindon leaves from Swindon (Wilts) . And in Poole trains arrive at Poole Train Station .
From Swindon to Poole train travel on Great Western Railway + Connections takes 2 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Poole faster, Great Western Railway + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 24 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Swindon to Poole tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Swindon at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. 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 8 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 Swindon.
City Information
Poole
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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 Swindon?
Main departure station: Swindon (Wilts)
There is one train station in Swindon.
All train stations in Swindon:
Swindon (Wilts)
Where is the train station in Poole?
Image credit: Elliott Brown
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Poole Train Station
Trains to Poole arrive at the train station along Serpentine Road, opposite the expansive Dolphin Shopping Centre. The station includes a small building with seating and a coffee shop, but it is not open past the evenings. However, the platforms do offer covered outdoor seating if you're catching a later train. Stop in the mall for additional amenities, including shops and restaurants. The train station is just a short walk from Poole's primary bus station. Poole is one of the stops on South Western Railway's Main Line from London to Weymouth, and connections in either of these cities open up further rail travel to destinations throughout the United Kingdom.
All train stations in Poole:
Poole Train Station
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