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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Poole is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 11h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Poole is to fly and train which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Poole. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Poole via King's Cross St. Pancras station, Vauxhall and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Poole?

The distance between Edinburgh and Poole is 512 miles. The road distance is 430.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Poole without a car is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Edinburgh to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Poole bus from?

Edinburgh to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Poole train from?

Edinburgh to Poole train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Poole?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Poole is to train which takes 7h 4m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 11h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Poole train arrive?

Edinburgh to Poole train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Poole is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Edinburgh to Poole.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2226+ hotels available in Poole.

Edinburgh to Poole - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Edinburgh to Poole by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
7h 4m
£87–210
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bournemouth Station160
14h 44m
£39–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUkxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
11h 56m
£41–115
Drive 427.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Poole427.9 mi
7h 50m
£107–154
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Poole
4h 30m
£102–228
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
9h 24m
£65–295
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)GLA - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Poole
5h 10m
£60–274
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Poole
6h 16m
£88–274
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
6h 46m
£62–226
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bournemouth Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)EDI - BOH
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Poole
5h 8m
£90–208
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Bournemouth
7h 12m
£62–406

Edinburgh to Poole by train and subway

152Weekly Services

7h 4mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 508.9 mi
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Poole via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Vauxhall, Vauxhall, and London Waterloo in around 7h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 11h 56m.

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