What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole is to bus via Green Line Coach Station which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Poole?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Poole. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Poole?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Poole is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.8 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Poole without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Poole?

The train from London Waterloo to Poole takes 2h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Poole bus from?

Waterloo Station to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Poole train from?

Waterloo Station to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Poole?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Poole is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £20 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £50 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Poole bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Seldown Coach Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Poole train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Poole is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Waterloo Station to Poole.

How do I get a train ticket from Waterloo Station to Poole?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Poole?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to PooleLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
2h 2m
£20–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station035 / ...
4h 17m
£12–46
Drive 107.2 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Poole107.2 mi
2h 12m
£27–39
Bus via Green Line Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
4h 37m
£16–32

Waterloo Station to Poole by train

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Distance: 113 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Poole, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £20–80 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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