What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Poole is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bournemouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Poole?

The distance between Birmingham and Poole is 182 miles. The road distance is 149.4 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Poole without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Poole?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Birmingham to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Poole bus from?

Birmingham to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Poole train from?

Birmingham to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Poole?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Poole is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Birmingham to Poole bus arrive?

Birmingham to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Poole train arrive?

Birmingham to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Poole is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Birmingham to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Poole?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Poole?

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Birmingham to Poole - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 1m
£98–135
Drive 148.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Poolecar 148.6 mi
3h 9m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
5h 38m
£39–95

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Poole, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 38m.

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