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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Poole (POO)

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30

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

3hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:07 / 00:44

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Poole (POO)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Poole , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Poole is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 49 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Poole.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Poole. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Poole Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:07
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:43
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    10:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:53
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    11:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:28
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    12:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:28
    3 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    13:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:14
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    14:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    15:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:18
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:30
    3 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:13
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:36
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:30
    3 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    17:16
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:18
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:30
    3 hrs 39 mins 1 change
    18:09
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:18
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Cardiff Central
    Poole
    Cardiff Central to Poole

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Cardiff Central and Poole

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Poole by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 49 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Poole vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:44.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff Central & Poole. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Poole.

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