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The average train between Chester and Poole takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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.

4h 47m
Duration
293 mi
Distance
£124
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via London

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4h 53m
£103–187

Chester to Poole train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Chester and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Poole at 1:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway5h 1m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 2m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 51m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 43m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chester 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.

Map of how to get from Chester to Poole.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 293.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Poole via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 53m.

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