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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Canterbury is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Canterbury is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Canterbury. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Canterbury West via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Poole to Canterbury?

The distance between Poole and Canterbury is 187 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Canterbury without a car is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Poole to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Canterbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Canterbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Poole to Canterbury is to train via London which takes 4h and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 7h.

Where does the Poole to Canterbury bus arrive?

Poole to Canterbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Canterbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Canterbury is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Poole to Canterbury.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Canterbury?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Canterbury 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Canterbury WestSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h
£44–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station007 / ...
7h
£18–47
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Canterbury160.5 mi
2h 54m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Canterbury WestLondon Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 50m
£42–141
Bus via Southampton
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Green Line Coach Station
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station007 / ...
7h 32m
£25–40

Poole to Canterbury by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 185.8 mi
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What companies run services between Poole, England and Canterbury, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Canterbury West via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h.

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