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 £24 - £45 and takes 4h 38m.

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 bus between Basildon and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

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 18m.

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 18m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Basildon to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Poole bus from?

Basildon to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

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 18m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Basildon to Poole bus arrive?

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

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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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

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 London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 18m
£33–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
4h 38m
£24–40
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Poole143.5 mi
2h 39m
£36–52
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
6h 33m
£32–74

Basildon to Poole by bus

126Weekly Buses

6h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £23–85 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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