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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Cardiff is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Cardiff Central via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Poole to Cardiff?

The distance between Poole and Cardiff is 150 miles. The road distance is 111.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Poole to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Cardiff train arrive?

Poole to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Cardiff is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Poole to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Poole to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Cardiff 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 Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 11m
£64–131
Drive 110.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Cardiffcar 110.7 mi
2h 27m
£27–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House Lanebus X6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 39m
£44–84

Poole to Cardiff by train

103Weekly Trains

4h 11mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Cardiff.

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Poole to Cardiff Central via Southampton Central in around 4h 11m.

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