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15/12/2025
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Poole to Dover, Kent by train

The journey from Poole to Dover, Kent by train is 146.73 mi and takes 4 hrs 33 mins. There are 56 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:00 and the last at 20:44. It is possible to travel from Poole to Dover, Kent by train for as little as £90.12 or as much as £123.04. The best price for this journey is £90.12.

Lowest Price £90.12
Journey Duration 4 hrs 33 mins
Connection per Day 56
Lowest Price £90.12
Highest Price £123.04
First Departure 05:00
Last Departure 20:44
Distance 146.73 mi
Departure Poole
Arrival Dover, Kent
Carriers South Western Railway, Southeastern

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Poole to Dover, Kent

The cheapest Poole - Dover, Kent train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £34.19 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £39.47.

Find the best day to travel to Dover, Kent by train

When travelling to Dover, Kent by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board South Western Railway and Southeastern from Poole to Dover, Kent
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Poole to Dover, Kent CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
16.53kg
Bus
17.71kg
Flight
47.23kg
Car
37.78kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Poole to Dover, Kent by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Poole and Dover, Kent are 16.53kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Poole and Dover, Kent? By taking the train between Poole and Dover, Kent you will save 30.7kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.18kg compared to a bus and 21.25kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Poole to Dover, Kent?
A train ticket from Poole to Dover, Kent is £106.80. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £90.12.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Poole to Dover, Kent?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Poole to Dover, Kent is £90.12. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Poole and Dover, Kent by train?
Poole to Dover, Kent is 146.73 mi.
How long does the train between Poole and Dover, Kent take?
Poole to Dover, Kent is on average 4 hrs 33 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 5 mins.
Which companies operate from Poole to Dover, Kent?
The train journey from Poole to Dover, Kent is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: South Western Railway and Southeastern.
How many train connections per day go from Poole to Dover, Kent?
Poole to Dover, Kent has 56 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Poole to Dover, Kent leave?
The earliest train from Poole to Dover, Kent departs at 05:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Poole to Dover, Kent depart?
The latest train from Poole to Dover, Kent departs at 20:44. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Poole to Dover, Kent in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £90.12 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Poole to Dover, Kent by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Poole and Dover, Kent is 4 hrs 5 mins.
Is there a direct train from Poole to Dover, Kent?
Yes, there is a direct train between Poole and Dover, Kent.
What are the CO2 emissions for Poole to Dover, Kent by train?
The train journey from Poole to Dover, Kent creates 16.53kg of CO2 emissions.

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