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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Harpenden is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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 11m and costs £29 - £45.

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 48m.

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 48m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Poole to Harpenden, including transfers.

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 48m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 5h 6m.

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 11m 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, 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 WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 48m
£35–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail StationUk990
5h 6m
£21–60
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Harpenden120.6 mi
2h 11m
£30–43
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Farringdon Without
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpenden
4h 55m
£59–158

Poole to Harpenden by train and subway

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £23–80 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Harpenden via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 5h 6m.

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