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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Rugby is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Clifton Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Rugby via Bournemouth and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Poole to Rugby?

The distance between Poole and Rugby is 173 miles. The road distance is 147.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Poole to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Rugby?

The best way to get from Poole to Rugby is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Poole to Rugby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Rugby train arrive?

Poole to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Poole to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Rugby is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Poole to Rugby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rugby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to CoventryBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 10m
£38–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clifton Road460
6h 5m
£32–79
Drive 146.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Rugby146.8 mi
2h 44m
£37–53

Poole to Rugby by train

97Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £30–140 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Clifton Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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