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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Lewes is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Lewes is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Lewes via Southampton Central and Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Poole to Lewes?

The distance between Poole and Lewes is 104 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Poole to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Lewes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Lewes?

The best way to get from Poole to Lewes is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £27 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Poole to Lewes bus arrive?

Poole to Lewes bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Poole to Lewes train arrive?

Poole to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Lewes is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Poole to Lewes.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 2026+ hotels available in Lewes.

Poole to Lewes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 49 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Lewes 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
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to BrightonSouthampton Central - Brighton
3h 22m
£28–56
Drive 104.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Lewes104.8 mi
1h 58m
£27–38
Bus, train, line 49 bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portslade
3. Take the bus from Portslade station to Brighton University49 / ...
4h 25m
£32–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steine025
5h 12m
£30–66

Poole to Lewes by train

182Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.7 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Lewes via Southampton Central and Brighton in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to High Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 5h 12m.

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