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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Kensington is to bus via London Green Line Coach Station which costs £16 - £26 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Kensington is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Kensington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seldown Coach Station station and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Kensington?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Kensington. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Kensington (Olympia) via Basingstoke and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Poole to Kensington?

The distance between Poole and Kensington is 119 miles. The road distance is 103.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Kensington without a car is to train and line 148 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Poole to Kensington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Kensington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Kensington train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Kensington?

The best way to get from Poole to Kensington is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Poole to Kensington bus arrive?

Poole to Kensington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at West Cromwell Road / Tesco station.

Where does the Poole to Kensington train arrive?

Poole to Kensington train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Poole to Kensington?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Kensington is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Poole to Kensington.

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

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Poole to Kensington - 6 ways to travel via train, line 148 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Poole to Kensington by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 148 bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Holland Parkbus 148
2h 56m
£49–106
Bus via London Green Line Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
4h 56m
£16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 035
3h 20m
£21–50
Drive 103 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Kensingtoncar 103 mi
2h 2m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Basingstoketrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
3h 2m
£46–114
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
3h 12m
£58–115

Poole to Kensington by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 118.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

National Express operates a bus from Seldown Coach Station to West Cromwell Road / Tesco hourly. Tickets cost £21–50 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poole to Kensington (Olympia) via Basingstoke and Clapham Junction in around 3h 2m.

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