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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Banbury is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Banbury is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Banbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Magdalen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Banbury?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Banbury via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Poole to Banbury?

The distance between Poole and Banbury is 132 miles. The road distance is 120 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Banbury without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £21 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Poole to Banbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Banbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Banbury train from?

Poole to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Banbury?

The best way to get from Poole to Banbury is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £21 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £24 - £60 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Poole to Banbury bus arrive?

Poole to Banbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Banbury train arrive?

Poole to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Banbury station.

Can I drive from Poole to Banbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Banbury is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Poole to Banbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Banbury?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to BanburyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 16m
£21–96
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Gloucester Green Bus StationOxf
3. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to High StreetS4 / ...
5h 30m
£25–59
Drive 119.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Banbury119.4 mi
2h 16m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Gloucester Green Bus Station160
2. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to High StreetS4 / ...
5h 57m
£24–76

Poole to Banbury by train

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Banbury hourly. Tickets cost £18–90 and the journey takes 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Magdalen Street in around 5h 30m.

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