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 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

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 29m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

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 15m.

How far is it from Poole to Cardiff?

The distance between Poole and Cardiff is 150 miles. The road distance is 111.5 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 15m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Poole to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cardiff bus from?

Poole to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Poole to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Poole to Cardiff bus arrive?

Poole to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens 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 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Poole to Cardiff.

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

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

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Poole to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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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 15m
£58–116
Drive 110.9 mi
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1. Drive from Poole to Cardiffcar 110.9 mi
2h 29m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
5h 52m
£30–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to Ringwood Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 51m
£41–76

Poole to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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