The average train between Paddington and Poole takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Paddington 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 Paddington and Poole. The earliest departure is at 12:17 AM at night, and the last departure from Paddington is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Poole at 1:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Waterloo station and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Paddington 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 Paddington to Poole. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo station and arriving at Poole station via Poole station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Paddington to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.
Paddington to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.
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The distance between Paddington and Poole is 154.4 km. The road distance is 169 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £40–85 and the journey takes 2h 9m.