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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Leicester is to bus via Slough which costs £18 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Poole to Leicester?

The distance between Poole and Leicester is 216 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Leicester without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Poole to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Leicester?

The best way to get from Poole to Leicester is to train via London which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £90 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Poole to Leicester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Leicester is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Poole to Leicester.

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Leicester 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LeicesterLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
3h 42m
£46–171
Bus via Slough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Leicester St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
6h 35m
£18–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus StationUk900
5h 37m
£19–89
Drive 169.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Leicester169.4 mi
3h 1m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
5h 37m
£35–238

Poole to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

223Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Leicester.

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Leicester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 37m.

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