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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rainham is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rainham is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at The Cricketers via London Victoria and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Rainham (Kent) via Waterloo station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Poole to Rainham?

The distance between Poole and Rainham is 150 miles. The road distance is 141.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Rainham without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Poole to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rainham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Rainham?

The best way to get from Poole to Rainham is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Poole to Rainham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Rainham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rainham is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Poole to Rainham.

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

Book your Poole to Rainham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rainham?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Rainham.

Poole to Rainham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromPoole to Rainham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 57m
£66–148
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 Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007
6h 52m
£30–73
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 Rainham (Kent)train London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 26m
£33–63
Drive 140.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rainhamcar 140.3 mi
2h 43m
£35–50
Train via Southampton Airport (SOU)
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train
3h 58m
£65–143

Poole to Rainham by train and subway

219Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Poole to Rainham.

Launch map view

Distance: 149.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Rainham (Kent) via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, and London Bridge in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Cricketers via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 6h 52m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.