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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Ipswich is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Ipswich is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Ipswich?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Ipswich. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Ipswich via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Poole to Ipswich?

The distance between Poole and Ipswich is 187 miles. The road distance is 180.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Ipswich without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Poole to Ipswich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ipswich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Ipswich train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Ipswich?

The best way to get from Poole to Ipswich is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h.

Where does the Poole to Ipswich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Ipswich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Ipswich?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Ipswich is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Poole to Ipswich.

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

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Poole to Ipswich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Poole to Ipswich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 51m
£83–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
7h
£38–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 28m
£44–82
Drive 179.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Ipswichcar 179.6 mi
3h 48m
£44–64
Train, fly to Norwich International Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Ipswichtrain
7h 53m
£170–431
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to London City Airport (LCY)plane SOU - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
7h 24m
£118–518
Train, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane SOU - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
7h 18m
£109–380

Poole to Ipswich by bus

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Ipswich via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinema via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 7h.

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