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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Poole is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Poole is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Penzance Bus Station and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Poole. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Penzance to Poole?

The distance between Penzance and Poole is 253 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Poole without a car is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Penzance to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Poole train from?

Penzance to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Poole?

The best way to get from Penzance to Poole is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Penzance to Poole bus arrive?

Penzance to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Penzance to Poole train arrive?

Penzance to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Poole is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Penzance to Poole.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Poole?

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Penzance to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Penzance 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
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Castle Cary
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upwey
3. Take the train from Upwey to Poole
7h 16m
£129–238
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride406
2. Take the bus from Opposite Honiton Road Park & Ride to Rail Station44A
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
10h 48m
£33–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penzance Bus Station to London Heathrow AirportUkn49
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
10h 47m
£36–86
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Poole185.7 mi
3h 32m
£46–67
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
8h 5m
£43–119

Penzance to Poole by train

3Weekly Trains

7h 16mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.1 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penzance Bus Station to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 47m.

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