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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Porthleven is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Porthleven is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Harbour Bus Shelter via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Railway Station and Blue Anchor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Penzance via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

How far is it from Poole to Porthleven?

The distance between Poole and Porthleven is 267 miles. The road distance is 182.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Porthleven without a car is to train via Castle Cary which takes 9h 56m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 9h 56m to get from Poole to Porthleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Porthleven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Porthleven train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Porthleven?

The best way to get from Poole to Porthleven is to train via Castle Cary which takes 9h 56m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £190 and takes 13h 13m.

Where does the Poole to Porthleven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Porthleven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Porthleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Porthleven is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Poole to Porthleven.

Where can I stay near Porthleven?

There are 3253+ hotels available in Porthleven.

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

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

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Train via Castle Cary
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
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
9h 56m
£111–216
Drive 181.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Porthlevencar 181.9 mi
3h 34m
£45–65
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 Railway Stationbus 406
13h 13m
£75–183
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
10h 26m
£86–171

Poole to Porthleven by train and bus

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9h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 9h 56m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Harbour Bus Shelter via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and Bus Station in around 9h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Harbour Bus Shelter via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Railway Station, and Blue Anchor in around 13h 13m.

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