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

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to Poole is to line 3 bus and ferry and train which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to Poole is to ferry and train which takes 3h 50m and costs £27 - £50.

How far is it from Shanklin to Poole?

The distance between Shanklin and Poole is 73 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shanklin to Poole without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h 50m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Shanklin to Poole, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2234+ hotels available in Poole.

Shanklin to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 3 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shanklin to Poole by ferry, train, or bus

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
3h 50m
£27–48
Line 3 bus, ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Youth Centre to Bus Station2 / ...
2. Take the ferry from East Cowes Ferry Terminal to Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
4h 34m
£24–37
Line 3 bus, ferry, bus
1. Take the bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Transport Interchange3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverport
3. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Bournemouth Station206
4h 40m
£32–43
Ferry, line 18 bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverport
2. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Health Centre18
3. Take the train from Cosham to Southampton Central
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
3h 54m
£31–55
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Central Station - Do Not UseX4 / ...
3. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Seldown Coach Station
4h 42m

Shanklin to Poole by train and ferry

118Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 72.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to Poole. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, take the train to Southampton Central, then take the train to Poole. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Youth Centre to Poole via Bus Station, Well Road, East Cowes Ferry Terminal, Southampton Vehicle Ferry Terminal, Platform Tavern, Central Station, and Southampton Central in around 4h 34m.

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