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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Poole is to bus via London which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Poole. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Poole via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Poole?

The distance between Canterbury and Poole is 187 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Canterbury to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Poole bus from?

Canterbury to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Poole train from?

Canterbury to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Poole?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Poole is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Canterbury to Poole bus arrive?

Canterbury to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Poole train arrive?

Canterbury to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Poole is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Canterbury to Poole.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 45m
£86–203
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
7h 30m
£27–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 24m
£34–86
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Poolecar 159.7 mi
2h 54m
£39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 15m
£81–181

Canterbury to Poole by train, foot, and subway

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3h 45mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Poole via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 6h 24m.

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