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 £24 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

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 Bakers Lane and arriving at Poole Seldown Coach Station via Hospital, Coach Station and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

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 42m.

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 42m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m 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 42m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Essex to Poole bus arrive?

Essex to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 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?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Poole.

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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 42m
£63–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 58m
£24–48
Drive 151.9 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Poolecar 151.9 mi
3h 23m
£39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shenfield to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to The Georgebus 17 / ...
5h 3m
£76–164

Essex to Poole by train and subway

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakers Lane to Poole Seldown Coach Station via Hospital, Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 6h 58m.

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