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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Rayleigh via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Poole to Rayleigh?

The distance between Poole and Rayleigh is 152 miles. The road distance is 150.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Poole to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Poole to Rayleigh is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Poole to Rayleigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Rayleigh train arrive?

Poole to Rayleigh train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rayleigh is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Poole to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1054+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
3h 13m
£39–103
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5Uk061
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to ShenfieldHeathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
4h 45m
£32–110
Drive 149.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rayleigh149.9 mi
2h 46m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 9m
£34–74

Poole to Rayleigh by train and subway

222Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Rayleigh via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 6h 9m.

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