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

The cheapest way to get from Shiplake to Poole is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shiplake to Poole is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Shiplake and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Shiplake to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Shiplake College and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Reading RailAir and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Shiplake to Poole?

The distance between Shiplake and Poole is 88 miles. The road distance is 82.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shiplake to Poole without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £21 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Shiplake to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shiplake to Poole bus from?

Shiplake to Poole bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Shiplake to Poole?

The best way to get from Shiplake to Poole is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £21 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Shiplake to Poole bus arrive?

Shiplake to Poole bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Shiplake to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Shiplake to Poole is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Shiplake to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2214+ hotels available in Poole.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shiplake 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
best
1. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 56m
£22–64
Drive 82.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shiplake to Poole82.1 mi
1h 40m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach StationUk061
3h 32m
£36–73
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to PooleLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 7m
£21–59

Shiplake to Poole by bus and train

105Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 87.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £18–60 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiplake College to Seldown Coach Station via Forbury Road, Reading RailAir, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 32m.

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