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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Poole is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Poole via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Colchester to Poole?

The distance between Colchester and Poole is 170 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Colchester to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Poole bus from?

Colchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Poole train from?

Colchester to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Poole?

The best way to get from Colchester to Poole is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Colchester to Poole bus arrive?

Colchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Poole train arrive?

Colchester to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Poole is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Colchester to Poole.

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 40m
£36–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station
5h 48m
£40–94
Drive 163.9 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Poole163.9 mi
3h 32m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Station
6h 16m

Colchester to Poole by train and subway

150Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Poole via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Seldown Coach Station via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 48m.

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