The average train between Rotherham and Poole takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Rotherham 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 Rotherham and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rotherham is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Poole at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Rotherham 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 Rotherham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Rotherham station and arriving at Poole station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Rotherham to Poole train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Doncaster station.
Rotherham to Poole train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Rotherham to Poole train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Rotherham and Poole is 305 km. The road distance is 457 km.
You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Poole via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 11m.