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 - £45 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 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Millennium Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Poole to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Poole and Cardiff Bay is 150 miles. The road distance is 111.6 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 11m and costs £45 - £200.

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

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

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

Poole to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

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.

Train or bus from Poole to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Poole to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £85 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Poole to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Poole to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 11m
£49–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
6h 35m
£25–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 43m
£36–56
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Cardiff Bay111 mi
2h 28m
£28–41

Poole to Cardiff Bay by train

109Weekly Trains

4h 11mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Millennium Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 in around 6h 35m.

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