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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Poole is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Poole station. However, there are services departing from The Priory and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Poole. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Poole via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Barry to Poole?

The distance between Barry and Poole is 158 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Poole without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Barry to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Poole bus from?

Barry to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Poole train from?

Barry to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Barry to Poole?

The best way to get from Barry to Poole is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £85 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Barry to Poole bus arrive?

Barry to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Barry to Poole train arrive?

Barry to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Barry to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Poole is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Barry to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Barry to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 4m
£51–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
7h 4m
£25–85
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Poole118.7 mi
2h 44m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to The GeorgeX6
7h 16m
£36–61

Barry to Poole by train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Barry, Wales and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Barry to Poole via Cardiff Central and Southampton Central in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Priory to Seldown Coach Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 4m.

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