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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Harpenden is to bus and line 321 bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Harpenden is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Watford Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Harpenden via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Poole to Harpenden?

The distance between Poole and Harpenden is 140 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Poole to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Harpenden train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Poole to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Poole to Harpenden bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Harpenden is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Poole to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Poole to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 50m
£34–112
Bus, line 321 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
4h 56m
£17–38
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Harpendencar 120.6 mi
2h 12m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
4h 58m
£44–78

Poole to Harpenden by bus

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £20–85 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Old Cock Inn via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Watford Junction station in around 4h 56m.

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