What is the cheapest way to get from Poole to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poole to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Poole to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Poole to Port Talbot?

The distance between Poole and Port Talbot is 223 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

How do I travel from Poole to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Poole to Port Talbot without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £370.

How long does it take to get from Poole to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Poole to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Poole to Port Talbot is to train via Reading which takes 5h 4m and costs £70 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £90 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Poole to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Poole to Port Talbot bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Port Talbot train arrive?

Poole to Port Talbot train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Poole to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Port Talbot is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Poole to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Poole to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Port Talbot?

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

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Poole to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Port Talbot 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Port Talbot ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 4m
£72–366
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
7h 4m
£25–88
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Port Talbot138 mi
2h 50m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway
5h 7m
£55–207
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
7h 31m
£49–93

Poole to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Poole to Port Talbot Parkway via Bournemouth and Reading in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 4m.

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