The average train between Rochester and Poole takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochester 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 hourly between Rochester and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 9:23 PM which arrives into Poole at 8:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Swanley and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochester 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 Rochester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Poole station via Poole. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Rochester to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from London Waterloo station.
Rochester to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Rochester to Poole train tickets online with Southeastern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Rochester and Poole is 189.5 km. The road distance is 233 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 9m.