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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Poole is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Poole. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Poole via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Kent to Poole?

The distance between Kent and Poole is 161 miles. The road distance is 143.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Poole without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Kent to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Poole train from?

Kent to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Where does the Kent to Poole train arrive?

Kent to Poole train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Kent to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Poole is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Kent to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Poole.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Poole / ...
4h 18m
£71–151
Drive 142.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kent to Poolecar 142.2 mi
2h 37m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 26m
£38–70
Train via Maidstone East
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 26m
£69–159

Kent to Poole by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Poole via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 4h 18m.

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