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 which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 19m.

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 College of Further Education and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

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 - £220.

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 FlixBus, depart from Leicester 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 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the East Midlands to Poole bus arrive?

East Midlands to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport 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 2502+ 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
£115–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 19m
£43–82
Drive 181.7 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands to Poolecar 181.7 mi
3h 34m
£45–64
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
£138–205
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 57m
£102–146

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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 College of Further Education, Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 19m.

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