The average train between Chatham and Poole takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Chatham 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 Chatham and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chatham is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Poole at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Chatham 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 Chatham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Poole station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Chatham to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Chatham to Poole train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Chatham and Poole is 190.5 km. The road distance is 236 km.
You can take a train from Chatham to Poole via London Victoria, Clapham Junction, and Southampton Airport Parkway in around 4h 16m.