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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Salcombe is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Salcombe is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

How far is it from Poole to Salcombe?

The distance between Poole and Salcombe is 170 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 6h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Poole to Salcombe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Poole to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Salcombe is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Poole to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1415+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Poole to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Salcombe 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, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upwey
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Cary
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Totnes
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Cross164
6h 10m
Drive 118.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Salcombe118.7 mi
2h 22m
£30–43
Train, bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus StationX53
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnes
5. Take the bus from Station Road to Shadycombe Road164
6h 19m
Train, bus, line 164 bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus StationX53
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail StationX53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Mill7
6. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Road164
8h 39m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Poole to Salcombe. However, you can take the train to Upwey, take the train to Castle Cary, take the train to Totnes, walk to Station Road, then take the line 164 bus to Beadon Cross. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poole to Shadycombe Road via Weymouth, Weymouth station, Bus Station, Rail Station, Axminster, Exeter St Davids, Totnes, and Station Road in around 6h 19m.

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