Travelling from Reading to Poole by train

Want to know how to get from Reading to Poole by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Reading to Poole take around 1 hour and 41 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 109 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Reading is scheduled to depart at around  05:19. The last departure is usually at around 23:34 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Reading at around 07:46, with the last train leaving at around 23:38. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 66 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$26.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Poole, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Poole.

Is there a direct train from Reading to Poole?

The journey between Reading and Poole usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Reading to Poole every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Reading to Poole?

The Reading to Poole train travel takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Reading to Poole train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Poole leaving Reading at around 05:19 and the last train leaving at around 23:34 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Reading at around 07:46, with the final departure at 23:38.