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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Tenby is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Tenby is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Tenby?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Upper Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Tenby?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Tenby. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Tenby via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Poole to Tenby?

The distance between Poole and Tenby is 298 miles. The road distance is 199 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Tenby without a car is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Poole to Tenby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Tenby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Tenby train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Tenby?

The best way to get from Poole to Tenby is to train which takes 7h 29m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Poole to Tenby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Tenby train arrive?

Poole to Tenby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Poole to Tenby?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Tenby is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Poole to Tenby.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Tenby?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Tenbytrain London Paddington - Pembroke Dock
7h 29m
£132–276
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Upper Park Roadbus 112 / ...
9h 43m
£37–108
Drive 197.8 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Tenbycar 197.8 mi
3h 56m
£49–70
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tenbytrain
8h
£68–222

Poole to Tenby by train

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7h 29mAverage Duration

£132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 296.2 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Tenby, Wales?

You can take a train from Poole to Tenby via Bournemouth and Reading in around 7h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Upper Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand B in around 9h 43m.

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