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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Poole is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Poole. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Poole via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Essex to Poole?

The distance between Essex and Poole is 160 miles. The road distance is 152.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Essex to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essex to Poole train from?

Essex to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Poole?

The best way to get from Essex to Poole is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Essex to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essex to Poole train arrive?

Essex to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Poole is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Essex to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 31m
£71–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 23m
£33–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 14m
£49–95
Drive 151.9 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Poolecar 151.9 mi
3h 23m
£37–54

Essex to Poole by train and subway

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Poole via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Seldown Coach Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 23m.

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