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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Whitstable is to bus which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Whitstable is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Keynes College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Poole to Whitstable?

The distance between Poole and Whitstable is 171 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Poole to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Poole to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Poole to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £55 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Poole to Whitstable bus arrive?

Poole to Whitstable bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Poole to Whitstable train arrive?

Poole to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Poole to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Whitstable is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Poole to Whitstable.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Clapham Junctiontrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 21m
£71–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Keynes Collegebus 007 / ...
7h 22m
£27–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Abbey Wood (London) to Rainham (Kent)train
6h 22m
£58–99
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Whitstablecar 159.6 mi
2h 56m
£40–57

Poole to Whitstable by train

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Whitstable via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Horsebridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Keynes College in around 7h 22m.

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