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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Poole is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Poole is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Poole. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Poole via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Poole?

The distance between Ipswich and Poole is 187 miles. The road distance is 180.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Ipswich to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Poole train from?

Ipswich to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Where does the Ipswich to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ipswich to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Poole is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Ipswich to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2506+ hotels available in Poole.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 48m
£83–194
Drive 179.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ipswich to Poolecar 179.8 mi
3h 50m
£44–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ipswich to London Liverpool Streettrain Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 37m
£50–96
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LCY - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
7h 28m
£118–509

London City Airport (LCY) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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5h 27mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Poole via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 48m.

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