The average train between Gatwick Airport and Poole takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick Airport is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Poole at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 32m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to Poole. However, there are services departing from Clapham Junction station and arriving at Poole station via Poole station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Gatwick Airport to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.
Gatwick Airport to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.
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The distance between Gatwick Airport and Poole is 136.9 km. The road distance is 165 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Poole every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–85 and the journey takes 2h 2m.