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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Poole
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Poole will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Poole every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Poole coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:50 Birmingham | 6h35 | 16:25 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Birmingham to Poole coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Poole.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Poole.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Poole
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Birmingham to Poole run on average 28 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 197 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 197 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Birmingham to PooleYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Poole with Megabus, National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Poole by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Poole
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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