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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Penzance is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 11h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Penzance is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Penzance Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Penzance via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Poole to Penzance?

The distance between Poole and Penzance is 253 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Penzance without a car is to train via Castle Cary which takes 8h 21m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Poole to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Penzance?

The best way to get from Poole to Penzance is to train via Castle Cary which takes 8h 21m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Poole to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Penzance train arrive?

Poole to Penzance train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Penzance is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Poole to Penzance.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Penzance by train, bus, or car

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Train via Castle Cary
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
8h 21m
£76–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Penzance Bus Stationbus Ukn49
11h 50m
£31–69
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Penzancecar 184.9 mi
3h 32m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain
8h 40m
£42–95

Poole to Penzance by train

58Weekly Trains

8h 21mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Penzance.

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Distance: 251.1 mi
Duration: 8h 21m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Penzance via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Penzance Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport in around 11h 50m.

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