The average train between Poole and Axminster takes 3h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole to Axminster. 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 Poole and Axminster. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Axminster at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Southampton Central and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Poole to Axminster? 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 Poole to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Axminster station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Poole to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Axminster train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Axminster station.
Book your Poole to Axminster train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Poole and Axminster is 71.7 km. The road distance is 192 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Axminster via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 3h 38m.