Luton to Poole by train

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Overview: trains from Luton to Poole

Find the key information for travelling by train from Luton to Poole, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:38 View journey
Last train 23:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 19m View journey
Distance (km) 169
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey AU$51.10 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 8m
Train operators 7

Travelling from Luton to Poole by train

Considering a train trip from Luton to Poole? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Luton to Poole

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Luton to Poole:

  • Cheapest ticket: AU$51.10

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Luton to Poole train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Luton to Poole is at 03:38 and the last is at 23:10. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 07:04 and the last one is at 23:34. You can expect 27 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 26 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Luton to Poole

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 3 hours and 19 minutes, spanning 169 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between Luton and Poole go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Luton and Poole 2 and a half months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making the most of your trip to Poole

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Poole.

FAQs about the train journey from Luton to Poole

Want to know more about your journey from Luton to Poole? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Luton to Poole covers 169 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.