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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Poole is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Poole. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Poole via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Dover to Poole?

The distance between Dover and Poole is 194 miles. The road distance is 173.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Dover to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Poole bus from?

Dover to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Poole train from?

Dover to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Poole?

The best way to get from Dover to Poole is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Dover to Poole bus arrive?

Dover to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Poole train arrive?

Dover to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Poole is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Dover to Poole.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Poole by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h
£84–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 21m
£36–93
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 58m
£49–93
Drive 172.9 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Poolecar 172.9 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 24m
£83–184

Dover to Poole by train, foot, and subway

120Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Poole via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 21m.

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