What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Poole Seldown Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Poole via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Poole?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Poole is 264 miles. The road distance is 227 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole without a car is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £110 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Poole?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Greater Manchester to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Poole bus from?

Greater Manchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Poole train from?

Greater Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Poole?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Poole train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Poole is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Greater Manchester to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Poole.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Poole by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 37m
£114–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 16m
£41–77
Drive 225.7 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Poolecar 225.7 mi
4h 26m
£57–82
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 30m
£104–360
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
8h 48m
£99–238

Greater Manchester to Poole by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 262.5 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Poole, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Poole Seldown Coach Station via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 8h 16m.

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