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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Plymouth is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Plymouth via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Poole to Plymouth?

The distance between Poole and Plymouth is 174 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Poole to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Plymouth train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Plymouth is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Poole to Plymouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Poole to Plymouth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Plymouth by train, car, or bus

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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 Plymouthtrain
5h 38m
£72–154
Drive 119.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Plymouthcar 119.2 mi
2h 21m
£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
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
5h 54m

Poole to Plymouth by train

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Plymouth via Upwey and Castle Cary in around 5h 38m.

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