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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Alcester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Alcester is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Alcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Alcester station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and McDonalds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Poole to Alcester?

The distance between Poole and Alcester is 175 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Alcester without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £22 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Poole to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Alcester bus from?

Poole to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Alcester?

The best way to get from Poole to Alcester is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £22 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Poole to Alcester bus arrive?

Poole to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Alcester is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Poole to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1387+ hotels available in Alcester.

Poole to Alcester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 247 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Alcester 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 Bournemouth to Leamington SpaBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 42m
£22–142
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Stratford-upon-Avon Leisure Centre Coach Park408
7h 24m
£38–87
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Alcester122.8 mi
2h 50m
£31–44
Train, line 247 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Basingstoke
2. Take the train from Reading to Evesham
3. Take the bus from Evesham Bus Station to Police Station247
5h 55m

Poole to Alcester by train and bus

98Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Leamington Spa hourly. Tickets cost £15–130 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Stratford-upon-Avon Leisure Centre Coach Park, and McDonalds in around 7h 24m.

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