What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Poole is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Poole?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Poole. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Poole via Leicester, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Poole?

The distance between East Midlands and Poole is 235 miles. The road distance is 182.7 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £110 - £210.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Poole?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from East Midlands to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Poole bus from?

East Midlands to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Poole train from?

East Midlands to Poole train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Poole?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Poole is to train via London which takes 4h 35m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the East Midlands to Poole bus arrive?

East Midlands to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the East Midlands to Poole train arrive?

East Midlands to Poole train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Poole is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from East Midlands to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2462+ hotels available in Poole.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 35m
£110–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 5m
£34–117
Drive 181.7 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands to Poolecar 181.7 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 43m
£132–189
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
9h 14m
£34–52

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Distance: 233.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Poole, England?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Poole via Melton Mowbray, Leicester, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Seldown Coach Station via Brooksby College, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 5m.

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