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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Colchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Colchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Colchester via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Poole to Colchester?

The distance between Poole and Colchester is 170 miles. The road distance is 164.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Poole to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Colchester bus from?

Poole to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Colchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Colchester?

The best way to get from Poole to Colchester is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Poole to Colchester bus arrive?

Poole to Colchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Colchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Colchester is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Poole to Colchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
3h 14m
£39–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Coach Stop717 / ...
6h 4m
£44–94
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Colchester163.5 mi
3h 29m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwood
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Street371 / ...
6h 31m

Poole to Colchester by bus

112Weekly Buses

6h 4mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Colchester, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Colchester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 6h 4m.

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