How to get from Exeter to Poole by train?

From Exeter to Poole by train

To get from Exeter to Poole in Bournemouth, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter Central station to Salisbury station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Southampton Central station to Poole station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 15 min. The train schedule from Exeter may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Poole on the Moovit app.

255min
Walk to train station
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Exeter Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Exeter Central
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    London Waterloo
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    108 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Portsmouth Harbour
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southampton Central
    29 min
  • 6
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Poole
  • 7
    Ride to train station Poole
    Ride to train station
    Poole
    58 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Exeter to Poole

The distance between Exeter, Bournemouth and Poole, Bournemouth is approximately 237.03 km, which can typically be travelled in 255 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Exeter to Poole by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bournemouth – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Exeter to Poole

To check the train timetable from Exeter to Poole using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Exeter) and destination (Poole), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Poole?

    The fastest way takes 255 minutes, using Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Exeter and Poole?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Exeter to Poole?

    The SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Exeter Central station near Exeter in Exeter to Salisbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Salisbury station near Poole in Bournemouth.

  • How long does it take to travel from Exeter to Poole by train?

    The total travel time between Exeter in Exeter and Poole in Bournemouth by train is about 4 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Exeter to get to Poole?

    Get on the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Exeter Central station near Exeter in Exeter.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Exeter and Poole?

    Get off the train at the Salisbury station, which is closest to Poole in Bournemouth.

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