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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Poole is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Poole is to train which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Poole?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Poole Hill and arriving at The George. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Poole?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Poole. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Poole?

The distance between Bournemouth and Poole is 6 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Poole without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Bournemouth to Poole takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Poole bus from?

Bournemouth to Poole bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Poole Hill station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Poole train from?

Bournemouth to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Poole?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Poole is to train which takes 12 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Bournemouth to Poole bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Poole bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at The George station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Poole is 6 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Bournemouth to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2215+ hotels available in Poole.

Can I share a ride from Bournemouth to Poole?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bournemouth and Poole. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bournemouth to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Poole by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Bournemouth to Poole by train

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Poole every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, More Bus operates a bus from Poole Hill to The George every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 33 min.

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