What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Poole is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Poole is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Poole?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Poole. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Poole?

The distance between Charing Cross and Poole is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.2 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Poole without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Poole?

The train from London Waterloo Station to Poole takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Poole bus from?

Charing Cross to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Poole train from?

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

Train or bus from Charing Cross to Poole?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Poole is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Poole bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Seldown Coach Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Poole is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Charing Cross to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Poole.

Charing Cross to Poole - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Charing Cross to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 9m
£45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
4h 23m
£24–64
Drive 106.6 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Poolecar 106.6 mi
2h 12m
£27–39

Charing Cross to Poole by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Poole, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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