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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Poole is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Eltham to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Eltham Church / High Street and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via New Cross Gate Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Poole. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Poole via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Eltham to Poole?

The distance between Eltham and Poole is 122 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £27 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Eltham to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Poole bus from?

Eltham to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Poole train from?

Eltham to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Eltham to Poole?

The best way to get from Eltham to Poole is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £27 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Eltham to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eltham to Poole train arrive?

Eltham to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Poole is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Eltham to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 13m
£27–93
Bus via New Cross Gate Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
6h 2m
£17–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
5h 1m
£18–28
Drive 113.5 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Poole113.5 mi
2h 34m
£28–41

Eltham to Poole by train and foot

145Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £20–80 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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