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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Poole is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Poole. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Poole via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Wales to Poole?

The distance between Wales and Poole is 150 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Poole without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Wales to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Poole train from?

Wales to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Wales to Poole train arrive?

Wales to Poole train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Wales to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Poole is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Wales to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2190+ hotels available in Poole.

Wales to Poole - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wales 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 Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 37m
£47–169
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to The Georgebus X6
5h 28m
£26–56
Drive 110.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Poolecar 110.3 mi
2h 28m
£27–39

Wales to Poole by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 37mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Wales and Poole, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Poole via Southampton Central in around 3h 37m.

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