The average train between Poole and Saltash takes 7h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole to Saltash. 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 Poole and Saltash. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Saltash at 11:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Upwey and take an average of 7h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 34m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole to Saltash? 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 Saltash. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Saltash station via Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.
Poole to Saltash train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Saltash train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Saltash station.
Book your Poole to Saltash train tickets online with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Poole and Saltash is 161.8 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Saltash via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 45m.