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 45m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Stroud?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Stroud (Glos) via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Poole to Stroud?

The distance between Poole and Stroud is 148 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 which takes 4h 18m and costs £40 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m 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 FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Stroud train from?

Poole to Stroud train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Stroud?

The best way to get from Poole to Stroud is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Poole to Stroud bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Stroud train arrive?

Poole to Stroud train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading 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 train ticket from Poole to Stroud?

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

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Where can I stay near Stroud?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Stroud by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Stroud (Glos)London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 18m
£43–166
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Stroud86 mi
2h 6m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meeting House LaneX6
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Stroud (Glos)Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street
5h 25m
£44–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Merrywalks401
5h 45m
£36–86

Poole to Stroud by train

94Weekly Trains

4h 18mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Stroud (Glos) via Bournemouth and Reading in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Merrywalks via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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