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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Basildon is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Basildon is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Basildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Basildon station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Basildon?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Basildon. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Basildon via Waterloo station and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Poole to Basildon?

The distance between Poole and Basildon is 142 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Basildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Poole to Basildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Basildon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Basildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Basildon?

The best way to get from Poole to Basildon is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Poole to Basildon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Basildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Basildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Basildon is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Poole to Basildon.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basildon?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Basildon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
3h 2m
£60–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bus Stationbus X10
6h 14m
£29–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Harold Woodtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
5h 28m
£38–70
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Basildoncar 143.9 mi
2h 40m
£36–51

Poole to Basildon by train and subway

219Weekly Services

3h 2mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and London Stansted Airport (STN) in around 6h 14m.

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