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 £55 - £140 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Poole is to fly and train which takes 3h 49m and costs £85 - £210.

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 Raby Street and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

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 Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Poole?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Poole is 301 miles. The road distance is 228.1 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 via London which takes 5h 15m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 Raby Street station.

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

Greater Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, 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 via London which takes 5h 15m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Poole bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Poole train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Poole is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Greater Manchester to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Poole.

Greater Manchester to Poole - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Poole by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 15m
£114–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 6m
£55–139
Drive 226.7 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Poolecar 226.7 mi
4h 23m
£56–80
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
3h 49m
£90–210
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
7h 9m
£145–205
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 Woking to Pooletrain
5h 48m
£95–335

Greater Manchester to Poole by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 299.6 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from St Mary's to Poole via Manchester Piccadilly Rail Station, Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Raby Street to Seldown Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 6m.

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