The average train between Chelmsford and Poole takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is an hourly train service from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chelmsford is at 11:23 PM which arrives into Poole at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford to Poole. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford station and arriving at Poole station via Stratford (London) station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Chelmsford to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.
Chelmsford to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.
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The distance between Chelmsford and Poole is 205.2 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Chelmsford to Poole via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 27m.