The average train between Poole and Gatwick takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Poole is at 8:52 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 11:52 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 48m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Poole to Gatwick? 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 Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Gatwick station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Poole to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.
Poole to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.
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The distance between Poole and Gatwick is 135.9 km. The road distance is 214 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 2h 7m.