The average train between Worcester and Poole takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Worcester 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 Worcester and Poole. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Worcester is at 10:53 PM which arrives into Poole at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 34m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Worcester 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 Worcester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill station and arriving at Bournemouth station via Reading station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Worcester to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.
Worcester to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.
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The distance between Worcester and Poole is 164.8 km. The road distance is 198 km.
You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Poole via Reading and Bournemouth in around 4h 23m.