Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Poole in November
Estimated hotel price
£52
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. The shortest domestic flight to Poole departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Poole, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Poole to Gloucester takes 1h 48m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 49m 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 hire from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Poole, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Poole takes 135 miles and will cost you around £4. From Southampton, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Poole, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of 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. The shortest domestic flight to Poole departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Poole, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Poole to Gloucester takes 1h 48m and costs around £33 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 49m 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 hire from London, which is about 97 miles from Poole. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Poole, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Poole takes 135 miles and will cost you around £4. From Southampton, the ticket costs about £9 for a journey of 165 miles. The most popular bus station is Poole, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of 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 (7,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,346 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,923 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,950 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,810 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,739 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (793 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,243 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,576 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,401 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,369 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,071 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,097 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,282 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,869 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,208 reviews)
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Where to stay in Poole

Average rates range from around £151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £95 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)
£130+
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Harbour Heights Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£177+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Hilton Bournemouth
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£106+
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Haven Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£159+
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Hiring a car in Poole

Hiring a car in Poole costs £46 per day, on average, or £91 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.74 and £20.99. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Poole costs £46 per day, on average, or £91 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.32 per litre in Poole (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.74 and £20.99. The most frequently booked car type in Poole is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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