The average train between Penzance and Poole takes 8h 14m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Penzance 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 4 hours between Penzance and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penzance is at 9:45 PM which arrives into Poole at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 8h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Penzance 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 Penzance to Poole. However, there are services departing from Penzance station and arriving at Poole station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.
Penzance to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.
Penzance to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Poole station.
Book your Penzance to Poole train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Penzance and Poole is 260.3 km. The road distance is 359 km.
You can take a train from Penzance to Poole via Exeter St Davids, Axminster, Rail Station, Bus Station, Kings Statue, and Weymouth in around 7h 44m.