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

The cheapest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between St Ives (Cornwall) and Poole?

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

How far is it from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole?

The distance between St Ives (Cornwall) and Poole is 251 miles. The road distance is 184 miles.

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

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole without a car is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs £100 - £230.

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

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

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

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

Where does the St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole train arrive?

St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
8h 8m
£108–223
Drive 182.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Poolecar 182.9 mi
3h 31m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Harbour Hotel 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 44m
£89–184
Train via Exeter
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 29m
£80–166

St Ives (Cornwall) to Poole by train

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8h 8mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.5 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

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, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 8h 8m.

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