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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Poole is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Dawlish and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Dawlish to Poole. However, there are services departing from Dawlish and arriving at Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Poole?

The distance between Dawlish and Poole is 134 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Poole without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Dawlish to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Poole train from?

Dawlish to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dawlish station.

Where does the Dawlish to Poole train arrive?

Dawlish to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dawlish to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Poole is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dawlish to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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Dawlish to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dawlish to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
4h 16m
£59–117
Drive 85.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dawlish to Poolecar 85.9 mi
1h 56m
£21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
5h 12m
£33–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
6h 51m
£23–42

Dawlish to Poole by train

37Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.2 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Dawlish to Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey in around 4h 16m.

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