The average train between Gillingham and Poole takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Gillingham 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 Gillingham and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gillingham is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Poole at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at London Bridge and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Gillingham 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 Gillingham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Gillingham station and arriving at Poole station via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Gillingham to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.
Gillingham to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Poole station.
Book your Gillingham to Poole train tickets online with Southeastern, Southern and South Western Railway.
The distance between Gillingham and Poole is 192.3 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Poole via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 4h 8m.