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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Eltham is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Eltham is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Eltham High Street / Roper Street via Victoria Station and New Cross Bus Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Eltham via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Poole to Eltham?

The distance between Poole and Eltham is 122 miles. The road distance is 114 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Poole to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Eltham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Eltham?

The best way to get from Poole to Eltham is to train which takes 3h and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £120 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Poole to Eltham bus arrive?

Poole to Eltham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Eltham is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Poole to Eltham.

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

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

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

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

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 Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
3h
£51–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
6h 3m
£13–108
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
4h 40m
£35–115
Drive 113.3 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Elthamcar 113.3 mi
2h 36m
£28–40

Poole to Eltham by train and foot

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3hAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 3h

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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