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 4h 6m.

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 4h 6m 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 Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

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 30m.

How far is it from Poole to Tenby?

The distance between Poole and Tenby is 298 miles. The road distance is 195.9 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 30m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m 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 30m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 9h 25m.

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 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m 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

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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 30m
£137–255
Drive 194.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Tenbycar 194.7 mi
4h 6m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Upper Park Roadbus 112
9h 25m
£61–154
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 3m
£104–227

Poole to Tenby by train

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Distance: 296.2 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Upper Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens in around 9h 25m.

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