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 £21 - £55 and takes 6h 28m.

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 4m 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 Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

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 2m.

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 2m and costs £40 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m 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 FlixBus, depart from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal 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 2m and costs £40 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Dover to Poole bus arrive?

Dover to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

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 4m to drive from Dover to Poole.

How do I get a train 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

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 London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 2m
£42–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoria1710 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station035
6h 28m
£21–54
Drive 172.9 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Poole172.9 mi
3h 4m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 24m
£36–143
Train via Eastbourne
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
6h 43m
£51–108

Dover to Poole by train, foot, and subway

134Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria in around 6h 28m.

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