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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Cambridge is to bus and train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Cambridge is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Cambridge via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Poole to Cambridge?

The distance between Poole and Cambridge is 172 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Cambridge without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Poole to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Poole to Cambridge is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Cambridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Cambridge is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Poole to Cambridge.

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Cambridge by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 40m
£74–172
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
6h 13m
£30–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parksidebus 727 / ...
6h 10m
£39–55
Drive 158.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Cambridgecar 158.4 mi
2h 51m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
3h 59m
£82–177

Poole to Cambridge by train, subway, and foot

223Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Cambridge via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Parkside via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 10m.

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