What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Hay-on-Wye?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Hay-on-Wye. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Hay Castle via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Transport Hub and Country Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

The distance between Poole and Hay-on-Wye is 205 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Hay-on-Wye without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Hay-on-Wye bus from?

Poole to Hay-on-Wye bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

The best way to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye is to bus which takes 10h 3m and costs £27 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £350 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Poole to Hay-on-Wye bus arrive?

Poole to Hay-on-Wye bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Hay-on-Wye?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Hay-on-Wye is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Poole to Hay-on-Wye.

Where can I stay near Hay-on-Wye?

There are 626+ hotels available in Hay-on-Wye.

Poole to Hay-on-Wye - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Hay-on-Wye 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Hereford
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hay CastleX44 / ...
7h 13m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hub
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Country Bus Station445
10h 3m
£28–87
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Hay-on-Wye129.4 mi
2h 57m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to HerefordBirmingham New Street - Hereford
9h 4m
£45–347

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Hay-on-Wye, Wales?

You can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Hay Castle via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Transport Hub, and Country Bus Station in around 10h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The George to Hay Castle via Bournemouth Station, Bournemouth, Birmingham New Street, Hereford, and Railway Station in around 9h 4m.

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