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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Ludlow is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Ludlow is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Stourbridge Interchange and Kidderminster Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Ludlow via Southampton Central and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Poole to Ludlow?

The distance between Poole and Ludlow is 205 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Ludlow without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £85 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Poole to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ludlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Ludlow train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Ludlow?

The best way to get from Poole to Ludlow is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £85 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Poole to Ludlow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Ludlow is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Poole to Ludlow.

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

Book your Poole to Ludlow train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 720+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Poole to Ludlow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Ludlow 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 Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlow
5h 36m
£89–202
Drive 141.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Ludlow141.7 mi
3h 17m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
8h 54m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Bar292
7h 48m

Poole to Ludlow by train

107Weekly Trains

5h 36mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 203.9 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Ludlow via Southampton Central and Newport (S Wales) in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Ludlow Fish Bar via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newhall St, Stourbridge Interchange, and Kidderminster Bus Station in around 8h 54m.

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.