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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Southampton is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Southampton is to train which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Seldown Coach Station station and arriving at Southampton Central Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Poole and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Poole to Southampton?

The distance between Poole and Southampton is 35 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £23.

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

The train from Poole to Southampton Central takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Poole to Southampton bus from?

Poole to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Southampton?

The best way to get from Poole to Southampton is to train which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Southampton bus arrive?

Poole to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Southampton Central Station.

Where does the Poole to Southampton train arrive?

Poole to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Poole to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Southampton is 34 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Poole to Southampton.

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

Book your Poole to Southampton train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Poole to Southampton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1847+ hotels available in Southampton.

Can I share a ride from Poole to Southampton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Poole and Southampton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Poole to Southampton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Southampton by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
47 min
£8–23
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Poole to Southampton33.3 mi
1h 3m
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central StationUk061
1h 10m
£6–9
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Southampton33.9 mi
51 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Poole to Southampton33.9 mi
51 min
£150–190

Poole to Southampton by train

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Distance: 34.4 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Poole to Southampton Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–23 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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