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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Somerset is to bus and line 376 bus and line 374 bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Verriers via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Taunton via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Poole to Somerset?

The distance between Poole and Somerset is 98 miles. The road distance is 66.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Somerset without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Poole to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Somerset?

The best way to get from Poole to Somerset is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Poole to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Somerset is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Poole to Somerset.

How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Somerset?

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Where can I stay near Somerset?

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Poole to Somerset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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

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Train
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 Tauntontrain
4h 59m
£39–75
Bus, line 376 bus, line 374 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole station to Crown Hotelbus X8
2. Take the bus from Crown Hotel to Car Parkbus Cr4
3. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus Stationbus Cr4
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crispin Hallbus 376
5. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Lower Durstonbus 374
6h 55m
£11–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Taunton Town Centre Kbus 30
6h 22m
£20–37
Drive 66.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Somersetcar 66.5 mi
1h 40m
£17–24
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 Verriersbus 502
6h 35m
£37–67

Poole to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 97.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Branchflower Farm via Upwey, Castle Cary, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Verriers via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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