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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Porthtowan is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Porthtowan is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Poole Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Porthtowan Turn via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Porthtowan?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Porthtowan. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Truro via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Poole to Porthtowan?

The distance between Poole and Porthtowan is 239 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Porthtowan without a car is to train via Castle Cary which takes 9h 19m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Poole to Porthtowan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Porthtowan bus from?

Poole to Porthtowan bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Porthtowan train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Porthtowan?

The best way to get from Poole to Porthtowan is to train via Castle Cary which takes 9h 19m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Poole to Porthtowan bus arrive?

Poole to Porthtowan bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Porthtowan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Porthtowan?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Porthtowan is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Poole to Porthtowan.

Where can I stay near Porthtowan?

There are 3899+ hotels available in Porthtowan.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Porthtowan 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 Trurotrain
9h 19m
£86–173
Drive 167.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Porthtowancar 167.8 mi
3h 15m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bus Stationbus 805
12h 11m
£56–105
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 Trurotrain
10h
£66–131

Poole to Porthtowan by train and bus

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9h 19mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.2 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Porthtowan Turn via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Truro, and Railway Station in around 9h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to Porthtowan Turn via London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Bus Station in around 12h 11m.

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