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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Dunkirk is to bus which costs €45 - €95 and takes 11h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Dunkirk is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 4h 10m and costs €190 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Dunkerque Gare via London Victoria, Dover and Loon Plage Cgm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Dunkirk?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Dunkirk. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Dunkerque via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl and Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Poole to Dunkirk?

The distance between Poole and Dunkirk is 531 km.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Dunkirk without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €140 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Poole to Dunkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Dunkirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Dunkirk train from?

Poole to Dunkirk train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Dunkirk?

The best way to get from Poole to Dunkirk is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €140 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €95 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Poole to Dunkirk bus arrive?

Poole to Dunkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Poole and Dunkirk?

Dunkirk is 1h ahead of Poole. It is currently 7:33 PM in Poole and 8:33 PM in Dunkirk.

Where does the Poole to Dunkirk train arrive?

Poole to Dunkirk train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

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

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Poole to Dunkirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Dunkirk by train (Eurostar), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Dunkerquetrain Ter
6h 12m
€145–287
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus 700
3. Take the bus from Dover to Dunkerque Portbus
11h 53m
€45–93
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Poole to Folkestonecar
2. Take the cartrain from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Dunkirkcar
4h 10m
€190–215
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Poole to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the carferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Dunkirkcar
5h 19m
€64–132

Poole to Dunkirk by train, subway, and foot

86Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

€145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 531.2 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Dunkirk, France?

You can take a train from Poole to Dunkerque via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Lille Europe in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Dunkerque Gare via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Dover, Dunkerque Port, and Loon Plage Cgm in around 11h 53m.

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