What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle is to bus via Meeting House Lane which costs £13 - £40 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Elephant and Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Elephant and Castle. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Elephant & Castle / London Rd via Victoria Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Elephant and Castle?

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 Elephant and Castle?

The distance between Poole and Elephant and Castle is 114 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Elephant and Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Elephant and Castle bus from?

Poole to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Elephant and Castle train from?

Poole to Elephant and Castle train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

The best way to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Poole to Elephant and Castle bus arrive?

Poole to Elephant and Castle bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Meeting House Lane station.

Where does the Poole to Elephant and Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Elephant and Castle is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Poole to Elephant and Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Elephant and Castle?

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Where can I stay near Elephant and Castle?

There are 20228+ hotels available in Elephant and Castle.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Elephant and Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 5m
£24–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
4h 17m
£12–34
Drive 107.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Elephant and Castle107.8 mi
2h 14m
£28–40
Bus via Meeting House Lane
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals035
5h 54m
£13–37

Poole to Elephant and Castle by train

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £24–85 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 50m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.

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