Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Poole travel guide

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You're Going to Love Poole

With a population of 150,092, Poole is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Poole deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Poole

If you’re looking for affordable options, Harbour Heights (73 Haven Rd) and The Anchorage (47 Haven Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Poole

Poole in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 96
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Poole

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Poole, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Poole to London takes 1h 55m and costs around C$ 1,925 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about C$ 216 for a 7h 20m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Poole is the busiest station in Poole. Another popular train station is Poole Branksome, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Poole using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Poole takes 130 miles and will cost you around C$ 42. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 66 for a journey of 265 miles. The most popular bus station is Poole, located 0.4 miles from downtown Poole. Poole Parkstone - St John's Church is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Poole, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 8 miles from the city centre

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Poole, followed by South Western Railway. The train journey from Poole to London takes 1h 55m and costs around C$ 1,925 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Manchester, expect to pay about C$ 216 for a 7h 20m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Poole is the busiest station in Poole. Another popular train station is Poole Branksome, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Poole is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Poole using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Poole takes 130 miles and will cost you around C$ 42. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about C$ 66 for a journey of 265 miles. The most popular bus station is Poole, located 0.4 miles from downtown Poole. Poole Parkstone - St John's Church is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Poole

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Poole

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,806 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,920 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,775 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,442 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,344 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,918 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,845 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Poole

Average rates range from around C$ 192 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 186 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Poole

Most booked hotels in Poole

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Hotel Du Vin Poole
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 238+
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Harbour Heights Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 303+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 181+
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Hilton Bournemouth
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 188+
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Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 113+
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Travelodge Bournemouth Seafront
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 77+
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Renting a car in Poole

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.92 and C$ 38.56. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poole, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 2.41 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 28.92 and C$ 38.56. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Poole, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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