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How to get fromPoole to The Solentby bus, ferry, unknown, or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Poole to The Solent by bus, ferry, unknown, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry, travel

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    1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Clarence Pierbus bus Vc1
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry
    3. Walk from Ryde Pier Head to The Solentunknown unknown
    3h 16m

  2. Train, ferry, travel

    1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain train
    2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    4. Walk from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to The Solentunknown unknown
    3h 17m

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  • Distance: 68.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Poole, England and The Solent, England?

There is no direct connection from Poole to The Solent. However, you can take the bus to Clarence Pier, walk to Southsea Hoverport, take the ferry to Ryde Hoverport, walk to Ryde Esplanade, take the train to Ryde Pier Head, then travel to The Solent. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poole to The Solent via Southampton Central, Portsmouth Harbour, Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, and Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal in around 3h 17m.

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