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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Poole is to train and bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Poole. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Poole via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Brighton to Poole?

The distance between Brighton and Poole is 96 miles. The road distance is 97.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Poole without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £21 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Brighton to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Poole bus from?

Brighton to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Poole train from?

Brighton to Poole train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Poole?

The best way to get from Brighton to Poole is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Brighton to Poole bus arrive?

Brighton to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Brighton to Poole train arrive?

Brighton to Poole train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Poole is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Brighton to Poole.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2228+ hotels available in Poole.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Brighton 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 Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 54m
£22–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Terminal 5025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
4h 36m
£21–65
Drive 97.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Poole97.2 mi
1h 55m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton CentralBrighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
3h 54m
£21–32

Brighton to Poole by train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Poole via Southampton Central in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 36m.

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