The average train between Kent and Poole takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 Kent and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Poole at 10:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Poole. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Poole station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Kent to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.
Kent to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Kent to Poole train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Kent and Poole is 197.8 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Poole via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 22m.