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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Bournemouth is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Bournemouth is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The George and arriving at Terrace Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poole and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Poole to Bournemouth?

The distance between Poole and Bournemouth is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

The train from Poole to Bournemouth takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bournemouth bus from?

Poole to Bournemouth bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from The George station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Poole to Bournemouth is to train which takes 13 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Poole to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Poole to Bournemouth bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Terrace Road station.

Where does the Poole to Bournemouth train arrive?

Poole to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Poole to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Bournemouth is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Poole to Bournemouth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Can I share a ride from Poole to Bournemouth?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Poole and Bournemouth. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Poole to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Bournemouth by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Poole to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to Bournemouth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, More Bus operates a bus from The George to Terrace Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 32 min.

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