The average train between Poole and Margate takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 4h 12m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole to Margate. 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 Margate. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 9:54 PM which arrives into Margate at 9:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Clapham Junction and take an average of 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Poole to Margate? 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 Margate. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Margate station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.
Poole to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Margate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Margate station.
Book your Poole to Margate train tickets online with South Western Railway, Southern and Southeastern.
The distance between Poole and Margate is 247 km. The road distance is 298 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Margate via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 41m.