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The average train between Penarth and Poole takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Penarth 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 22m
Duration
152 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
  2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 47m
£58–119

Penarth to Poole train times

Trains run hourly between Penarth and Poole. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penarth is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Poole at 12:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)South Western Railway4h 10m • 2 changes

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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penarth 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 Penarth to Poole.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 152.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Penarth to Poole via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central in around 4h 47m.

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