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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Gloucester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Gloucester is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Transport Hub via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Gloucester via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Poole to Gloucester?

The distance between Poole and Gloucester is 160 miles. The road distance is 96.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Gloucester without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 37m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Poole to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Poole to Gloucester is to train via Reading which takes 4h 37m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £80 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Poole to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Gloucester is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Poole to Gloucester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gloucester?

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Poole to Gloucester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Gloucester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to GloucesterLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 37m
£49–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hub444 / ...
5h 30m
£22–79
Drive 95.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Gloucester95.8 mi
2h 18m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to WeymouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to GloucesterWeymouth - Gloucester
5h 13m
£56–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temple Meads Stn376
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to GloucesterBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
6h 41m

Poole to Gloucester by train

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.8 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Gloucester via Bournemouth and Reading in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Transport Hub via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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