The average train between Carlisle and Poole takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Poole. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Poole. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Poole at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Poole? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Poole. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Poole station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Carlisle to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Carlisle to Poole train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Poole is 469.3 km. The road distance is 664 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Poole via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 8m.