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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Powys is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Powys is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Powys?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Powys. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Llananno Bridge via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Powys?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Powys. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Pen-y-Bont via Bournemouth, Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Poole to Powys?

The distance between Poole and Powys is 279 miles. The road distance is 157 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Powys without a car is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Poole to Powys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Powys bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Powys train from?

Poole to Powys train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Powys?

The best way to get from Poole to Powys is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 10h 38m.

Where does the Poole to Powys bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Powys train arrive?

Poole to Powys train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Poole to Powys?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Powys is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Poole to Powys.

Where can I stay near Powys?

There are 491+ hotels available in Powys.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Pen-y-Bonttrain
8h 15m
£150–244
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Powyscar 156 mi
3h 59m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus X6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Builders Armsbus 461 / ...
9h 23m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Crosswaysbus T4
9h 5m
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 Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
10h 38m
£73–153

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Distance: 277.7 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Powys, Wales?

You can take a train from Poole to Powys via Bournemouth, Birmingham New Street, Shrewsbury, and Pen-y-Bont in around 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Powys via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Llananno Bridge in around 10h 38m.

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