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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Ashford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Ashford is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Ashford International via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Poole to Ashford?

The distance between Poole and Ashford is 173 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Ashford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Poole to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ashford train from?

Poole to Ashford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Where does the Poole to Ashford train arrive?

Poole to Ashford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Ashford is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Poole to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Ashford.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Ashford 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 28m
£36–129
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
5h 14m
£25–76
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Ashfordcar 152.9 mi
2h 48m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 49m
£36–141
Train #2
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the train from Hampden Park (Sussex) to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 53m
£43–94

Poole to Ashford by bus, foot, subway, and train

254Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Ashford International via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 28m.

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