York to Poole by train

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Overview: trains from York to Poole

Find the key information for travelling by train from York 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 02:52 View journey
Last train 23:39 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 366
Trains / day 61 View all
Cheapest journey €130.72 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 28m
Train operators 9

From York to Poole by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from York to Poole by train. With 61 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost from York to Poole

Ready to book tickets from York to Poole? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between York and Poole typically run €130.91.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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York to Poole departure frequency and train timetable

With 61 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 9 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:40 and the last one is at 23:39. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 02:52, with the last one at 23:37.

Average train travel time and distance from York to Poole

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 4 hours and 52 minutes, spanning 366 kilometres in total.

When do tickets between York and Poole go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between York and Poole 5 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.

More information on train travel from York to Poole

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Poole city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from York to Poole

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

The train route from York to Poole covers 366 kilometres.

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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.