Bristol to Poole bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Poole

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£30

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

5 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

5 h 26 m

Buses on 05 Sept

27

Distance

93 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Poole will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bristol to Poole you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX040 · NX035
    19:006h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    1:25Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    16:205h05
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    21:25Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    18:206h35
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    0:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX040 · NX035
    12:557h40
    Bristol, University Queens Road
    20:35Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX040 · NX035
    14:006h35
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    20:35Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    £171One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Poole

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £36.

Distance: 93 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£36

Average Price

£28

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 7m

Average total duration

5h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Poole is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Poole:

A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Poole costing on average £36.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Poole is by train with an average journey time of 2h 40m.

Other travel options to Poole take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Poole including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 5h 37m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Bristol to Poole bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Poole coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX040 · NX03512:55 Bristol, University Queens Road
8h00
20:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX03513:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h20
19:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h10
19:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX03514:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h25
20:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus14:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h45
19:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX03514:35 Bristol, University Queens Road
7h40
22:15 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX03515:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h35
21:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h00
21:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h50
23:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX03516:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h30
23:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX03517:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h35
23:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX201 · NX03518:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h50
0:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus18:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h35
0:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX03519:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h25
1:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX03519:10 Bristol, University Queens Road
7h00
2:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX03519:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h20
2:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX03521:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h15
3:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
Saturday 5 September
National ExpressNX202 · NX0354:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h50
9:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX0354:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h05
10:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX0356:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h55
11:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus6:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h25
12:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX0357:45 Bristol, University Queens Road
7h20
15:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX202 · NX0358:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h35
13:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX0359:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h05
15:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX040 · NX0359:05 Bristol, University Queens Road
7h30
16:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus9:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h30
14:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
National ExpressNX200 · NX03511:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h35
16:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h25
16:40 Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 change

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Why should you book Bristol to Poole coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Megabus offer coaches services from Bristol to Poole.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Poole.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Poole.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Poole.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Poole.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Poole

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Buses from Bristol to Poole run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 5h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
93 km
Average bus duration
5h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
23
Fastest bus
5h 5m
First bus
0:20
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
42 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bristol to PooleYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Poole with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£12
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£9
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Complete guide to Poole

Things to do in Poole

Discover the best of Poole — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poole trip today.

  • Must visit

Poole Museum

Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.

  • Recommended

Poole Pottery Visitor Centre

Working pottery and visitor centre showing how traditional Poole pottery is made, with displays, demonstrations and a shop for collectors.

  • Recommended

RNLI Poole Old Lifeboat Museum

Compact RNLI museum by the quayside exploring lifeboat history, rescues and the heritage of the volunteer service founded in Poole.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK coast: hotels rise in summer, meals are mid-priced, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-14 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped about 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips.

FAQs: Bristol to Poole coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Poole can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Poole is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Poole is 5h 5m to travel the 93 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Poole leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Poole leaves at 23:55.
There are 23 coaches a day from Bristol to Poole which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Poole, you can count on National Express, Megabus for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, University Queens Road, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Blackboy Hill, Bristol, Clifton Down, Bristol, White Tree . When arriving in Poole , you can end your route in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Bournemouth, Coach Station, Poole, Parkstone.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Poole, Seldown Coach Park, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Poole from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Poole is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Poole including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Poole:
  • 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Poole for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Poole depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Poole:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Poole:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Poole.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Poole

Most Bristol to Poole buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair, with some services arriving at Bournemouth, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Poole
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre

Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · £2 · every ~156 min
Bristol, University Queens RoadBeacon House, Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1QU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · £4 · every ~8 min

Bristol, University Queens Road bus station facilities and services

Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.

Bristol, Airport Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

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