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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Poole is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Stroud to Poole?

The distance between Stroud and Poole is 151 miles. The road distance is 86.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Poole without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 16m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Stroud to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Poole bus from?

Stroud to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Merrywalks station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Poole?

The best way to get from Stroud to Poole is to bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £250 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Stroud to Poole bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stroud to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Poole is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Stroud to Poole.

How do I get a bus ticket from Stroud to Poole?

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Where can I stay near Poole?

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Stroud to Poole - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 64 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Stroud to Poole by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station401
2. Take the train from Swindon to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouth
4h 16m
£57–142
Drive 86.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stroud to Poole86.3 mi
2h 4m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Heathrow Central Bus Station401
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
5h 6m
£39–91
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to ReadingCheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 10m
£52–242
Line 64 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrival64 / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouth
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Poole
6h 19m
£77–153

Stroud to Poole by bus and train

12Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.7 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Merrywalks to Seldown Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Poole via Transport Hub, Gloucester, Reading, and Bournemouth in around 5h 10m.

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