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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to London is to bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to London is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seldown Coach Station station and arriving at Green Line Coach Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poole and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Poole to London?

The distance between Poole and London is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80.

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

The train from Poole to London Waterloo takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Poole to London bus from?

Poole to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to London?

The best way to get from Poole to London is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Poole to London bus arrive?

Poole to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Poole to London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to London is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Poole to London.

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

Book your Poole to London train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Poole to London bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 20375+ hotels available in London.

Poole to London - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to London 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 London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 5m
£23–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
3h 50m
£10–35
Drive 106.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to London106.5 mi
2h 10m
£27–39

Poole to London by train

222Weekly Trains

2h 5mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £23–80 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route every 30 minutes.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.