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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Llanelli is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Llanelli via Bournemouth, Reading and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Poole to Llanelli?

The distance between Poole and Llanelli is 248 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Llanelli without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 58m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Poole to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Llanelli train from?

Poole to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Poole to Llanelli is to train via Reading which takes 5h 58m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £24 - £90 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Poole to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Llanelli train arrive?

Poole to Llanelli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Poole to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Llanelli is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Poole to Llanelli.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanelli?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Llanelli 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 Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 58m
£62–215
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B201 / ...
8h 23m
£25–87
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Llanelli159.5 mi
3h 15m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanelli
6h 9m
£43–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand BUk940 / ...
10h 34m

Poole to Llanelli by train

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5h 58mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.3 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Llanelli, Wales?

You can take a train from Poole to Llanelli via Bournemouth, Reading, and Swansea in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 8h 23m.

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