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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Benenden is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Benenden is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Benenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Benenden. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at The Green via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal, War Memorial and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Poole to Benenden?

The distance between Poole and Benenden is 173 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Benenden without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Poole to Benenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Benenden bus from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Benenden?

The best way to get from Poole to Benenden is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 297 bus, which costs and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Poole to Benenden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Benenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Benenden is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Poole to Benenden.

Where can I stay near Benenden?

There are 1490+ hotels available in Benenden.

Poole to Benenden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 297 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Benenden 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 Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to HeadcornLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 23m
£39–128
Drive 136.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Benenden136.8 mi
2h 47m
£35–50
Bus, line 297 bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Green297
7h 54m
Train, line 297 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tunbridge Wells
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Green297
5h 27m
Bus, line 400 bus, line 291 bus, line 297 bus
1. Take the bus from The George to Bournemouth Station17 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to South Terminal Bus Station206
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to The Duke's Head400
4. Take the bus from The Duke's Head to Railway Station291
5. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Green297
10h 19m

Poole to Benenden by train, subway, and bus

94Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Poole to The Green via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, London Bridge station, London Bridge, Headcorn, Railway Station, and The Vine in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to The Green via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, War Memorial, and Railway Station in around 7h 54m.

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