What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Poole is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Poole?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between St Ives and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives to Poole. However, there are services departing from St Ives (Cornwall) and arriving at Poole via St Erth, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from St Ives to Poole?

The distance between St Ives and Poole is 251 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

How do I travel from St Ives to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from St Ives to Poole without a car is to train via Castle Cary which takes 8h 33m and costs £100 - £230.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Poole?

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from St Ives to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Poole train from?

St Ives to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St Erth station.

Where does the St Ives to Poole train arrive?

St Ives to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from St Ives to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Poole is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from St Ives to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from St Ives to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

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Train via Castle Cary
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
4. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
8h 33m
£107–228
Drive 183.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St Ives to Poolecar 183.6 mi
3h 33m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Terrace to Railway Stationbus 14
2. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
10h 46m
£89–184
Train
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
8h 34m
£80–166

St Ives to Poole by train

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8h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.5 mi
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Poole, England?

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole via St Erth, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 8h 33m.

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