- Must visit
Poole Museum
Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.
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Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 129 km
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Poole
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Buses from Gloucester to Poole run on average 10 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 20:32. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 8h 50m.
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 129 km |
Average bus duration 9h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 8h 50m |
First bus 2:05 |
Last bus 20:32 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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.
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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.
- 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.
- Must visit
Poole Quay
Historic waterfront lined with old buildings, pubs and boat activity. It is ideal for harbour views, walks, events and ferries around the bay.
- Must visit
Sandbanks Beach
Long sandy beach backed by pine trees and sea views, popular for swimming, walking and sunsets near the Sandbanks peninsula.
- Recommended
Poole Park
Large urban park with boating lake, gardens, play areas and regular events. A good family stop close to central Poole.
- Gluten-free
Poole Harbour Oysters
Fresh native oysters from nearby Poole Harbour, prized for their clean, briny flavour and long shellfish tradition on this Dorset coast.
- Gluten-free
Dorset Crab
Brown crab landed on the south coast, often served dressed or in sandwiches. It is a classic local seafood choice tied to Poole’s fishing heritage.
- Gluten-free
Dorset Scallops
Sweet, delicate scallops from Lyme Bay and the Dorset coast, commonly pan-fried. They are a regional favourite on Poole seafood menus.
The View Restaurant
Smart waterside dining room at Harbour Heights with modern British cooking and wide views over Poole Harbour and Sandbanks.
Custom House
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and relaxed waterside dining close to Poole Quay.
Jenkins and Sons
Lively quay restaurant serving seafood, grills and British favourites with harbour views and a polished but informal atmosphere.
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.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £4.70
To the city centre
Poole, Seldown Coach Park -> Poole Bus Station, Poole
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless bank card payment is accepted on morebus services, and tap on tap off can give the m1/m2 Dayrider fare automatically.
- Poole local buses are operated by morebus; check live departures and buy tickets in the Morebus app before travel.
FAQs: Gloucester to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Gloucester to Poole can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gloucester to Poole is £26; 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 Gloucester to Poole is 8h 50m to travel the 129 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 Gloucester to Poole leaves at 2:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Gloucester to Poole leaves at 20:32.
When departing from Gloucester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Gloucester, Transport Hub, Longlevens, Cheltenham Rd / Elmbridge Road . When arriving in Poole , you can end your route in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Poole, Parkstone, Bournemouth, Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Gloucester, Transport Hub, 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 Gloucester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gloucester to Poole is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gloucester and Poole including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
No, the coach from Gloucester to Poole has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
No, luggage for the coach from Gloucester to Poole needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Gloucester to Poole.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gloucester and Poole
Most Gloucester to Poole buses use the Gloucester, Transport Hub to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair, with some services arriving at Poole, Parkstone. Use this guide to compare Gloucester and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Gloucester
Arrival bus stations in Poole
Which Gloucester station do buses to Poole leave from?
Buses from Gloucester to Poole leave from Gloucester, Transport Hub. The station is from Gloucester city centre at Transport Hub arrival, Gloucester GL1 1SZ, UK.
Gloucester, Transport HubTransport Hub arrival, Gloucester GL1 1SZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Gloucester, Transport Hub from Gloucester city centre
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Gloucester, Transport Hub bus station facilities and services
Gloucester, Transport Hub has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in main waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gloucester, Transport Hub.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gloucester, Transport Hub: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gloucester, Transport Hub: Wheelchair accessible ramps available.
Which Poole station do buses from Gloucester arrive at?
Buses from Gloucester to Poole most often arrive at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. Some services arrive at Poole, Parkstone, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Poole arrival station.
Poole, Seldown Coach ParkPoole bus station, Poole BH15 1SP, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Poole, Seldown Coach Park from Poole city centre
Bus9, 448, 744 · 8m · £2 · every ~11 min
city_sightseeing_bournemouth · 19m · every ~2 min
Poole, Seldown Coach Park bus station facilities and services
Poole, Seldown Coach Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. ATMs are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Wheelchair accessible areas are provided.
Poole, ParkstonePoole bus station, Poole BH15 1SP, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Poole, Parkstone from Poole city centre
Poole, Parkstone is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPoole - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Southampton Central, Weymouth - Bournemouth, Poole - Brockenhurst, Poole - Winchester, Poole - Bournemouth, Weymouth - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Poole - Southampton Central · 3m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Buscity_sightseeing_bournemouth · 7m · every ~2 min
m1, 419, 449, N1 · 9m · £2 · every ~34 min
m1, U2, N1 · 10m · £2 · every ~47 min
Poole, Parkstone bus station facilities and services
Poole, Parkstone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Poole, Parkstone. ATMs are available at Poole, Parkstone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poole, Parkstone.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poole, Parkstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole, Parkstone: Wheelchair accessible.
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