The average train between Chester and Poole takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester 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 every 2 hours between Chester and Poole. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Poole at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Chester 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 Chester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Poole station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.
Chester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bournemouth station.
Book your Chester to Poole train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and South Western Railway.
The distance between Chester and Poole is 282.3 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Poole via Stafford and Bournemouth in around 5h 56m.