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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Margate is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Margate is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Margate?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Margate. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Marine Terrace via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Margate?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Margate. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Margate via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Poole to Margate?

The distance between Poole and Margate is 208 miles. The road distance is 176.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Margate without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Poole to Margate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Margate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Margate train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Margate?

The best way to get from Poole to Margate is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h.

Where does the Poole to Margate bus arrive?

Poole to Margate bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Margate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Margate?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Margate is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Poole to Margate.

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

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Where can I stay near Margate?

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There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Margate by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Margatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 25m
£92–195
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Marine Terracebus 022
8h
£38–94
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 44m
£47–95
Drive 175.2 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Margatecar 175.2 mi
3h 11m
£44–63
Train via London
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Margatetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 41m
£80–174

Poole to Margate by train, subway, and foot

220Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Margate via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Marine Terrace via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 8h.

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