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 23m.

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 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

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 7h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Poole to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Poole to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Salcombe is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Poole to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1139+ 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 Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt to Beadon Crossbus 164
7h
Drive 118.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Salcombecar 118.7 mi
2h 23m
£29–42
Train, bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
7h 34m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 501
10h 58m
£54–129

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Poole to Salcombe.

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Shadycombe Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 10h 58m.

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