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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Poole (POO)

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34

train journeys
per day

136

miles (220 kms)

3hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 01:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Poole (POO)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Poole , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Poole is approximately 136 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 14 mins.

South Western Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Poole.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Poole. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Poole Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:37
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:44
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:44
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:44
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    12:36
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:44
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:44
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:36
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    16:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:44
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:44
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:44
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    18:39
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:14
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:13
    Cambridge
    Poole
    Cambridge to Poole

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Poole Station

Station name Poole (POO)
Address Poole station, Serpentine Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 2BQ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Poole

The travel time between Cambridge and Poole by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Poole vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:04.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Poole can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Poole. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, Great Northern are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Poole.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Poole, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.