The average train between Poole and Southport takes 7h 3m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Poole to Southport. 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 every 2 hours between Poole and Southport. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Southport at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 7h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole to Southport? 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 Southport. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Southport station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.
Poole to Southport train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Southport train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wigan North Western station.
Book your Poole to Southport train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Poole and Southport is 333.4 km. The road distance is 457 km.
You can take a train from Poole to Southport via Bournemouth, Stafford, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 7h 29m.