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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Sunderland is to bus which costs £24 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Sunderland is to train and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs £95 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Sunderland Interchange via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Sunderland via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Poole to Sunderland?

The distance between Poole and Sunderland is 397 miles. The road distance is 344.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Poole to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Sunderland bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Poole to Sunderland is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Poole to Sunderland bus arrive?

Poole to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Poole to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Sunderland is 344 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Poole to Sunderland.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

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Poole to Sunderland - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Poole to Sunderland by train, bus, car, or plane

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 WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to NewcastleLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 1m
£72–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Green Line Coach StationUk061
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
9h 55m
£25–76
Drive 342.4 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Sunderland342.4 mi
5h 45m
£86–124
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
4h 4m
£99–236
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DurhamReading - Newcastle / ...
8h 38m
£79–465
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Station160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange133
12h 25m
£42–127
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
5h 42m
£69–292
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
6h 7m
£117–336
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
6h 42m
£70–245

Poole to Sunderland by bus

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 395 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Sunderland via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Sunderland Interchange via Green Line Coach Station and London Victoria in around 9h 55m.

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