What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £11 - £45 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Horse Guards Parade via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poole and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Poole to Charing Cross?

The distance between Poole and Charing Cross is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Poole to Charing Cross?

The train from Poole to London Waterloo takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Poole to Charing Cross bus from?

Poole to Charing Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Charing Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Poole to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £45 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Poole to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Poole to Charing Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Poole to Charing Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Charing Cross is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Poole to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Poole to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20377+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Poole to Charing Cross - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Charing Cross by train, bus, car, or subway

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 London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 5m
£23–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
4h 26m
£11–41
Drive 106.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Charing Cross106.5 mi
2h 10m
£27–39
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 4205
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 4 station to Leicester Square stationPiccadilly
4h 29m
£19–46

Poole to Charing Cross by train

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2h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £23–80 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 55m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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