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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Poole is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Poole station. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Poole. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Poole via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Poole?

The distance between Rayleigh and Poole is 152 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Rayleigh to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Poole bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Poole train from?

Rayleigh to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Poole?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Poole is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Poole bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rayleigh to Poole train arrive?

Rayleigh to Poole train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Poole is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Rayleigh to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
3h 30m
£39–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
6h 1m
£32–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminal 5Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Poole Seldown Coach StationUk061
5h 37m
£40–84
Drive 149.4 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Poole149.4 mi
2h 44m
£38–54

Rayleigh to Poole by train and bus

36Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Poole via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Library to Seldown Coach Station via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 1m.

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