The average train between Poole and Bracknell takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole to Bracknell. 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 Bracknell. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Bracknell at 9:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Poole to Bracknell? 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 Bracknell. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Bracknell station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Poole to Bracknell train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Bracknell train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Poole to Bracknell train tickets online with South Western Railway and Cross Country.
The distance between Poole and Bracknell is 116.1 km. The road distance is 148 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 20m.