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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Skegness is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Skegness is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via London Heathrow Airport, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Skegness via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Poole to Skegness?

The distance between Poole and Skegness is 280 miles. The road distance is 234.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Poole to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Skegness?

The best way to get from Poole to Skegness is to train via London which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Poole to Skegness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Skegness is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Poole to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
6h 19m
£90–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 151
12h 18m
£42–71
Drive 233.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Skegnesscar 233.3 mi
4h 27m
£58–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleafordtrain
4. Take the train from Sleaford to Skegnesstrain
8h 35m
£99–126
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
9h 29m
£136–216

Poole to Skegness by bus and train

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9h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.5 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Skegness via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Lumley Avenue via London Heathrow Airport, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 18m.

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