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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Eastbourne is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Cornfield Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Eastbourne via Southampton Central and Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Poole to Eastbourne?

The distance between Poole and Eastbourne is 120 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Eastbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Eastbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Eastbourne?

The best way to get from Poole to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Poole to Eastbourne bus arrive?

Poole to Eastbourne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Eastbourne train arrive?

Poole to Eastbourne train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Eastbourne is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Poole to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Poole to Eastbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Eastbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the train from Brighton to Eastbournetrain
4h 4m
£51–94
Drive 120.4 mi
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1. Drive from Poole to Eastbournecar 120.4 mi
2h 20m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
6h 37m
£32–50

Poole to Eastbourne by train

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Eastbourne via Southampton Central and Brighton in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Cornfield Road via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 6h 37m.

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