What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Poole is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Poole. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Poole via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Poole?

The distance between Port Talbot and Poole is 223 miles. The road distance is 138.7 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Poole without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Poole?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Port Talbot to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Poole bus from?

Port Talbot to Poole bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Poole train from?

Port Talbot to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Poole?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Poole is to train via Reading which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £95 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Talbot to Poole train arrive?

Port Talbot to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Poole is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Port Talbot to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Poole?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Poole?

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

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Port Talbot to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot to Poole by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 48m
£58–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
7h 1m
£21–91
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Poole137.9 mi
2h 50m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
5h 7m
£53–182
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bus StationX6
6h 50m
£41–74

Port Talbot to Poole by train

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4h 48mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Poole via Reading and Bournemouth in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 1m.

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