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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Poole
Showing times and prices for 21 Mar
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
222 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Poole will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Fast coaches
To travel from Leicester to Poole you need to make at least one change.
NX440 · NX03520:157h15
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station03:30Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£171One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03520:157h06
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station03:21Poole, Parkstone
£171One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03519:006h25
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station01:25Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£221One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03514:006h35
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station20:35Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£221One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03519:006h16
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station01:16Poole, Parkstone
£221One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03506:206h08
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:28Poole, Parkstone
£241One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03507:456h13
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station13:58Poole, Parkstone
£271One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03519:006h16
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station01:16Poole, Parkstone
£221One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03506:206h20
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station12:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£241One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX03519:006h25
Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station01:25Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£221One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 222 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Poole coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 14:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 8h45 | 00:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h05 | 00:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NX035 | 21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 12h08 | 09:38 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX450 · NX035 | On time 21:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 12h20 | 09:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| NX440 · NX035 | Delayed 06:20 04:10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h28 | 10:38 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | Delayed 06:20 04:10Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h40 | 10:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 06:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h08 | 12:28 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 06:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h20 | 12:40 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h30 | 14:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:50 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 8h05 | 14:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 06:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h45 | 13:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 06:50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h33 | 13:23 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 07:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h13 | 13:58 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 07:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 14:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:20 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h45 | 16:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:45 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 7h20 | 16:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 09:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h33 | 15:33 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 09:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h45 | 15:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 09:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h58 | 16:23 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 09:25 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h10 | 16:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h25 | 18:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 8h00 | 18:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 11:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h35 | 19:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 11:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h23 | 18:53 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h40 | 21:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h35 | 20:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 14:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h23 | 21:23 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 15:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h03 | 22:03 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 15:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h15 | 22:15 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 15:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h30 | 23:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 15:30 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h21 | 22:51 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 17:05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h45 | 23:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h05 | 00:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 17:45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h56 | 00:41 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 19:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h25 | 01:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 19:00 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h16 | 01:16 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h15 | 03:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
| NX440 · NX035 | On time 20:15 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 7h06 | 03:21 Poole, Parkstone | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Poole
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Buses from Leicester to Poole run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 222 km distance in 7h 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 222 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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 Leicester to PooleYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Poole with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. 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 Duration
7h 10m
Cheapest Price
£13
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
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.
FAQs: Leicester to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Poole can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester to Poole is £16; 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 Leicester to Poole is 7h 5m to travel the 222 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 Leicester to Poole leaves at 1:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Leicester to Poole leaves at 21:30.
There are 23 coaches a day from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Poole from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Poole is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Poole including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Leicester 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 Leicester to Poole for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Poole.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Leicester to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Leicester to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Poole
Leicester
Poole
The major coach station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station for your trip from Leicester to Poole.
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Leicester, Braunstone
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
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The major coach station for arrivals in Poole is Poole, Seldown Coach Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Poole, Seldown Coach Park for your trip to Poole from Leicester.
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