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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Stanstead is to bus via Cambridge which costs £25 - £40 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Stanstead is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Poole to Stanstead?

The distance between Poole and Stanstead is 185 miles. The road distance is 179 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Poole to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Stanstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Stanstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Poole to Stanstead is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 9h 8m.

Where does the Poole to Stanstead bus arrive?

Poole to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Stanstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Stanstead is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Poole to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 501+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 59m
£73–138
Bus via Cambridge
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk950
9h 48m
£25–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 8m
£28–53
Drive 178 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Stansteadcar 178 mi
3h 26m
£44–64

Poole to Stanstead by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Stanway Close via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Terminal 5, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 9h 8m.

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