Poole to Preston by train
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Overview: trains from Poole to Preston
Find the key information for travelling by train from Poole to Preston, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
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Thinking about travelling from Poole to Preston by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Cost of train travel from Poole to Preston
Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Poole to Preston:
Cheapest ticket: US$329.14
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.
Train timetable for travel between Poole and Preston
There are a number of different options for travellers going from Poole to Preston by train. Here is what to expect along this route:
First daily departure (weekday): 05:00
Last daily departure (weekday): 22:54
First daily departure (weekend): 06:50
Last daily departure (weekend): 22:54
Average number of daily trains: 22 trains
Frequency of train departures: every 42 minutes
Travel time and distance between Poole and Preston
The route’s fastest journey takes 5 hours and 21 minutes, covering a total of 342 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Poole to Preston trains
Tickets for travel to Preston along this route are available for purchase 2 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Learn more about train travel from Poole to Preston
Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Preston city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.
FAQs about the train journey from Poole to Preston
Want to know more about your journey from Poole to Preston? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total journey from Poole to Preston is 342 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$329.14. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .
You can start booking tickets for this route 2 and a half months in advance.
The fastest travel time is 5 hours and 21 minutes.
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