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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Sheerness is to bus and train which costs £18 - £65 and takes 6h 36m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Poole and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Poole to Sheerness?

The distance between Poole and Sheerness is 168 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Sheerness without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Poole to Sheerness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Sheerness train from?

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

Where does the Poole to Sheerness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Sheerness is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Poole to Sheerness.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheerness?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Sheerness.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Sheerness 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
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Sittingbournetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 35m
£35–133
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Sittingbournetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 36m
£19–63
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Sheernesscar 151.2 mi
2h 46m
£37–53
Train via London
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sittingbournetrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
4h 39m
£40–131

Poole to Sheerness by train and bus

175Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Sheerness-on-Sea via London Waterloo, Waterloo Station / York Road, Victoria Station, London Victoria, and Sittingbourne in around 4h 35m.

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