The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Poole
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 12 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
588 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Poole will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £78.
To travel from Edinburgh to Poole you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 588 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£58 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price | £72 Average Price |
12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Poole coaches for today, Wednesday 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:40 Edinburgh | 16h15 | 14:55 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:40 Edinburgh | 19h15 | 18:55 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 26 March | |||||
![]() | 09:05 Edinburgh | 14h00 | 23:05 Poole | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:15 Edinburgh | 13h05 | 00:20 Poole | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Poole by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Poole
Buses from Edinburgh to Poole run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 588 km distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 588 km |
Average bus duration 12h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 02:55 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to PooleYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Poole with National Express for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Poole
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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