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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Poole is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Poole is to fly and train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Poole. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Poole via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Manchester to Poole?

The distance between Manchester and Poole is 300 miles. The road distance is 228.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Poole without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 48m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Manchester to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Poole bus from?

Manchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Poole train from?

Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Poole?

The best way to get from Manchester to Poole is to train via London which takes 4h 48m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Manchester to Poole bus arrive?

Manchester to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Poole train arrive?

Manchester to Poole train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Poole is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Manchester to Poole.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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Manchester to Poole - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Poole by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 48m
£112–224
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 19m
£54–139
Drive 226.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Poolecar 226.7 mi
4h 31m
£57–82
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
3h 29m
£89–207
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
5h 42m
£132–182
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Pooletrain
5h 25m
£94–322

Manchester to Poole by train and subway

223Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Poole via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Seldown Coach Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 19m.

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