The average train between Wales and Poole takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Poole at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Poole. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Poole station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Wales to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Poole station.
Book your Wales to Poole train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Wales and Poole is 213.4 km. The road distance is 240 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Poole via Southampton Central in around 3h 41m.