What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at The Square via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Birchington-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Birchington-on-Sea via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

The distance between Poole and Birchington-on-Sea is 183 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Birchington-on-Sea bus from?

Poole to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Birchington-on-Sea train from?

Poole to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Poole to Birchington-on-Sea bus arrive?

Poole to Birchington-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Birchington-on-Sea train arrive?

Poole to Birchington-on-Sea train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Birchington-on-Sea is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Birchington-on-Sea?

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Poole to Birchington-on-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Birchington-on-Seatrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
4h 37m
£81–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to The Squarebus 022
7h 45m
£37–92
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Birchington-on-Seatrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
6h 33m
£49–98
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Birchington-on-Seacar 171.2 mi
3h 5m
£42–60

Poole to Birchington-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 182.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Birchington-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Birchington-on-Sea via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Square via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 45m.

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