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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Manchester is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Manchester is to train and fly which takes 3h 14m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Poole to Manchester?

The distance between Poole and Manchester is 221 miles. The road distance is 228.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £110 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Poole to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Manchester?

The best way to get from Poole to Manchester is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £110 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £85 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Poole to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Manchester train arrive?

Poole to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Poole to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Manchester is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Poole to Manchester.

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Manchester by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Southampton Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 14m
£87–200
Drive 226.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Manchestercar 226.8 mi
4h 31m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 38m
£113–337
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
8h 3m
£60–84
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 45m
£96–303

Poole to Manchester by train

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Distance: 220 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £110–330 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 3m.

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