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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Poole is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Poole is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Poole station via Kings Statue and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Portland to Poole?

The distance between Portland and Poole is 34 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Poole without a car is to line 1 bus and train which takes 1h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Portland to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Poole bus from?

Portland to Poole bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Kings Statue station.

Where does the Portland to Poole bus arrive?

Portland to Poole bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Wareham Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Poole is 33 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Portland to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Poole.

Portland to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus

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

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Line 1 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Mereside to Kings Statuebus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 34m
Drive 32.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Poolecar 32.9 mi
52 min
£8–12
Bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Poole stationbus 40
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Pooletaxi 32.9 mi
52 min
£150–190

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Poole, England?

You can take a bus from Mereside to Poole station via Kings Statue and Wareham Station in around 2h 45m.

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