What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole is to train and bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Poole. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Poole via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Poole is 153 miles. The road distance is 155.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Poole train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Poole train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Poole train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Poole train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Poole is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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Southend-on-Sea to Poole - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 28m
£63–159
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to London Liverpool Streettrain Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 28m
£37–73
Drive 154.9 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Poolecar 154.9 mi
2h 54m
£38–55

Southend-on-Sea to Poole by train and subway

239Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.4 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Poole via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 28m.

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