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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Poole is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Poole via Bristol Temple Meads and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Poole?

The distance between Cheltenham and Poole is 156 miles. The road distance is 98.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Poole without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cheltenham to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Poole bus from?

Cheltenham to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Poole train from?

Cheltenham to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Poole?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Poole is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £60 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Poole bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Poole train arrive?

Cheltenham to Poole train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Poole is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Cheltenham to Poole.

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

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

Book your Cheltenham to Poole bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Poole?

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Cheltenham to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cheltenham 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
4h 16m
£31–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk044
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
4h 47m
£16–58
Drive 98.3 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Poole98.3 mi
2h 15m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to WeymouthCheltenham Spa - Weymouth
2. Take the train from Weymouth to PooleWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
4h 36m
£79–148
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to West Street801
2. Take the train from Oxford to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 48m
£22–109

Cheltenham to Poole by train

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Distance: 155.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Poole via Bristol Temple Meads and Southampton Central in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 47m.

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