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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Sleaford is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Sleaford is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Sleaford station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Sleaford via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Poole to Sleaford?

The distance between Poole and Sleaford is 229 miles. The road distance is 206.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Sleaford without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Poole to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Sleaford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Sleaford train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Sleaford?

The best way to get from Poole to Sleaford is to train via London which takes 5h 8m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 56m.

Where does the Poole to Sleaford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Sleaford is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Poole to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

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Poole to Sleaford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Sleaford by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
5h 8m
£63–177
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleaford
8h 30m
£46–381
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station93
9h 56m
Drive 205 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Sleaford205 mi
3h 54m
£52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Sleaford
5h 49m
£65–182

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 227.4 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Sleaford via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 56m.

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