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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Darlington is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Darlington is to train and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs £100 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Darlington via Bournemouth, Reading, Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Poole to Darlington?

The distance between Poole and Darlington is 353 miles. The road distance is 317.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Darlington without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 3m and costs £150 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Poole to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Darlington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Darlington train from?

Poole to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Darlington?

The best way to get from Poole to Darlington is to train via London which takes 6h 3m and costs £150 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus via Milton Keynes, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Poole to Darlington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Darlington train arrive?

Poole to Darlington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Poole to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Darlington is 318 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Poole to Darlington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Darlington?

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Poole to Darlington - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Poole to Darlington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Darlingtontrain
6h 3m
£156–300
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11bus Ukn10
10h 46m
£36–61
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Dolphin Centrebus 598 / ...
10h 20m
£64–92
Drive 315.7 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Darlingtoncar 315.7 mi
5h 21m
£78–112
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 14m
£107–304
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Darlingtontrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
7h 32m
£151–451
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 53m
£94–434
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
6h 55m
£87–260

Poole to Darlington by train and subway

132Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£156Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Darlington via Bournemouth, Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Dolphin Centre via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 10h 20m.

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