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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Cardiff Central via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Poole to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Poole and Cardiff Bay is 150 miles. The road distance is 112.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Cardiff Bay train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Cardiff Bay is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Poole to Cardiff Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1646+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay 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 13m
£64–126
Drive 111.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Cardiff Baycar 111.5 mi
2h 28m
£28–40
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 59m
£40–82

Poole to Cardiff Bay by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 13mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay.

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Cardiff Central via Southampton Central in around 4h 13m.

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