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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Launceston is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Launceston is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Okehampton via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Poole to Launceston?

The distance between Poole and Launceston is 166 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Poole to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Launceston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Launceston train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Launceston?

The best way to get from Poole to Launceston is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Poole to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Launceston train arrive?

Poole to Launceston train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Launceston is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Poole to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1331+ hotels available in Launceston.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Launceston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
7h 35m
£67–127
Drive 117 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Launcestoncar 117 mi
2h 26m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
8h 11m
£42–82
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 Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
10h 53m
£56–129

Poole to Launceston by train and bus

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7h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Kensey Valley Meadow via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Westgate Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Tenby House, and West Street in around 10h 53m.

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