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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Lancaster is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Lancaster is to train and fly which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station Night Std via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Lancaster via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Poole to Lancaster?

The distance between Poole and Lancaster is 346 miles. The road distance is 273.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Lancaster without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 10m and costs £120 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Poole to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Lancaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Poole to Lancaster is to train via London which takes 5h 10m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 10h 27m.

Where does the Poole to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Lancaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Lancaster is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Poole to Lancaster.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

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Poole to Lancaster - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Poole to Lancaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Lancastertrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 10m
£129–253
Drive 271.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Lancastercar 271.6 mi
5h 3m
£66–96
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 27m
£68–170
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
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 Airport to Lancastertrain
4h 38m
£108–241
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancastertrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 55m
£159–241
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
10h 30m
£115–172
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancastertrain
6h 6m
£114–368
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
6h 28m
£142–330

Poole to Lancaster by train and subway

176Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 343.8 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Lancaster via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 27m.

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