The average train between Poole and Burnham takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole to Burnham. 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 Poole and Burnham. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Burnham at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Poole to Burnham? 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 Poole to Burnham. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Burnham station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Poole to Burnham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Burnham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.
Book your Poole to Burnham train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Poole and Burnham is 130.1 km. The road distance is 154 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 22m.