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

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Poole is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Poole. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Poole via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Basildon to Poole?

The distance between Basildon and Poole is 142 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basildon to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Basildon to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Poole train from?

Basildon to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Basildon to Poole?

The best way to get from Basildon to Poole is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Basildon to Poole train arrive?

Basildon to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Poole is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Basildon to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 27m
£30–97
Bus via Barking
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
6h 48m
£17–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
5h 55m
£21–40
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Poole143.5 mi
2h 39m
£36–52

Basildon to Poole by train and subway

150Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Poole, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £20–80 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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