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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Stroud is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Stroud is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Stroud?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Merrywalks via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Poole to Stroud?

The distance between Poole and Stroud is 170 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Stroud without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 30m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Poole to Stroud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Stroud bus from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Stroud?

The best way to get from Poole to Stroud is to train via Reading which takes 5h 30m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Poole to Stroud bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Stroud?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Stroud is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Poole to Stroud.

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

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Where can I stay near Stroud?

There are 1703+ hotels available in Stroud.

Poole to Stroud - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 51 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Stroud 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to GloucesterLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
5h 30m
£48–164
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Stroud86 mi
2h 6m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Merrywalks401
5h 50m
£37–88
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to WeymouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to GloucesterWeymouth - Gloucester
6h 25m
£45–109
Bus, line 51 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to New CanalX3
3. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to North StreetX5 / ...
4. Take the bus from North Street to Fleming WayX5
5. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Bingham House51 / ...
6. Take the bus from The Forum to Spring Lane54 / ...
8h 44m

Poole to Stroud by train and bus

93Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Health Centre via Bournemouth, Reading, Gloucester, and Transport Hub in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Merrywalks via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 50m.

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