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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Birmingham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Poole to Birmingham?

The distance between Poole and Birmingham is 180 miles. The road distance is 150.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Poole to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Birmingham bus from?

Poole to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Birmingham train from?

Poole to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Poole to Birmingham is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Poole to Birmingham bus arrive?

Poole to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Birmingham train arrive?

Poole to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Poole to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Birmingham is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Poole to Birmingham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Birmingham?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 13m
£92–135
Drive 149.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Birminghamcar 149.8 mi
3h 9m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
5h 41m
£40–101
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 9m
£118–277

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Distance: 179 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 41m.

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