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 18m.

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 18m and costs £30 - £50.

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 £80 - £230.

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 train from?

Poole to Ludlow train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole 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 18m to drive from Poole to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 721+ hotels available in Ludlow.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Poole to Ludlow by train, car, or bus

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 Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
5h 36m
£80–227
Drive 141.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Ludlowcar 141.7 mi
3h 18m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Kidderminster Bus Station to Ludlow Fish Barbus 292
7h 42m

Poole to Ludlow by train

112Weekly Trains

5h 36mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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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.

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