Leeds to Poole bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Poole

Showing times and prices for 17 Aug

Cheapest price

£26

Average price

£28

Fastest journey

8 h 30 m

Average duration

10 h 13 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

344 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leeds to Poole will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Leeds 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 344 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.

  • National Express
    19:008h30
    Leeds
    3:30Poole
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    23:4011h55
    Leeds
    11:35Poole
    £311One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leeds to Poole

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £62.

Distance: 344 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 5m

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Live departures

Leeds to Poole bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Poole coaches for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express13:30 Leeds
8h45
22:15 Poole3 changes
FlixBus14:35 Leeds
8h25
23:00 Poole1 change
National Express15:15 Leeds
8h35
23:50 Poole3 changes
National Express18:00 Leeds
8h10
2:10 Poole3 changes
National Express19:00 Leeds
8h30
3:30 Poole3 changes
FlixBus23:55 Leeds
10h05
10:00 Poole1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as Megabus or FlixBus offer coaches services from Leeds to Poole.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Poole

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Buses from Leeds to Poole run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 344 km distance in 8h 10m.

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
344 km
Average bus duration
7h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Buses per day
20
Fastest bus
8h 10m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 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, FlixBus from Leeds to PooleYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Poole with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 55m
Cheapest Price
£31
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 Duration
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
7 a day
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 Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest Price
£14
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: Leeds to Poole coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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 Leeds to Poole can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds 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 Leeds to Poole is 8h 10m to travel the 344 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 Leeds to Poole leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leeds to Poole leaves at 23:55.
There are 20 coaches a day from Leeds to Poole which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Leeds to Poole, you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Leeds , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) . When arriving in Poole , you can end your route in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Poole, Parkstone, Branksome, Poole Road.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, 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 Leeds is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leeds to Poole is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Poole including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leeds 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Poole for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leeds 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
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 Leeds to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leeds 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.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Leeds 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Leeds to Poole. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leeds to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leeds to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Poole

Most Leeds to Poole buses use the Leeds, Coach Station to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair, with some services arriving at Poole, Parkstone. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Leeds
Arrival bus stations in Poole

Which Leeds station do buses to Poole leave from?

Buses from Leeds to Poole leave from Leeds, Coach Station. The station is 1 km from Leeds city centre at Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UK.
Leeds, Coach StationLeeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, Coach Station from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 3m
19, 19A · 3m · £2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Leeds, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafe and snack kiosks available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, Coach Station: Wheelchair accessible with assistive services.

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre)Leeds, New York St, Leeds LS2 7HU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) from Leeds city centre

Bus874 · 5m
19, 19A · 5m · £2 · every ~7 min

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) bus station facilities and services

Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Nearby cafes and eateries available

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). ATMs are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.

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