London to Poole bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Poole

Showing times and prices for 06 Feb

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£16

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 51 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

157 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Poole will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 48 buses that leave London for Poole every day 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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 ExpressNX035
21:303h20
London, Victoria Coach Station
00:50Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£91One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX035
21:303h11
London, Victoria Coach Station
00:41Poole, Parkstone
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
22:303h00
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
01:30Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
21:003h30
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
00:30Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
12:453h20
London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
16:05Poole, Seldown Coach Park
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Poole

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £11.

Distance: 157 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£34

Average Price

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

London to Poole bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Poole coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX03521:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h11
00:11 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus21:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h30
00:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03522:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h41
00:41 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus22:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h00
01:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03523:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h01
02:01 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03500:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h51
03:21 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
Delayed
09:30 00:30London, Victoria Coach Station
3h00
12:40 12:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03506:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h18
09:48 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
Delayed
09:30 06:30London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
12:40 12:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03508:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h53
10:53 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
Delayed
09:30 08:00London, Victoria Coach Station
3h05
12:40 12:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03508:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h23
11:53 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
Delayed
09:30 08:30London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
12:40 12:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03509:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h58
12:28 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
12:40 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
13:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03510:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h23
13:23 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h55
14:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03511:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h58
13:58 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
14:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03511:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h38
15:08 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
15:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03512:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h23
15:53 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h35
16:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h20
16:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03513:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h53
16:53 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h05
17:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h20
19:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus15:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h55
18:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03515:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
4h08
19:08 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03516:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h43
20:13 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h55
20:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h25
20:55 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03518:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h38
21:38 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h50
21:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus18:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
3h20
21:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03519:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h03
22:03 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h15
22:15 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h30
23:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX03519:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h21
22:51 Poole, Parkstone0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h50
23:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h20
00:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station
2h55
01:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035
On time
23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h10
02:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX025 · NX035
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h31
03:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 change
national_expressNX025 · NX035
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h22
03:21 Poole, Parkstone
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX035
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h31
03:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 change
national_expressNX030 · NX035
On time
23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station
3h22
03:21 Poole, Parkstone
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Poole

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Buses from London to Poole run on average 35 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 29 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 3h 0m.

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
157 km
Average bus duration
3h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
35
Direct buses
29
Fastest bus
3h 0m
First bus
00:12
Last bus
23:57
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 London to PooleYou can travel by bus between London to Poole with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £7. 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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
6 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
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
29 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
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£22
Megabus frequency
3 a day
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.

Coaches from London to Poole

Travelling from London to Poole by bus is a great option. Every day, 10 National Express services depart the UK capital for this south coast town, providing plenty of choice for passengers. Journey times vary between two hours 31 minutes and three hours 35 minutes, so passengers should book wisely.

Which coach companies travel from London to Poole?

National Express is the only coach company that offers services from London to Poole. The UK's number one bus operator offers a regular daily service, which runs all year round with no seasonal interruptions.

How long is the coach from London to Poole?

Coaches to Poole from London will take between two hours 31 minutes and three hours 35 minutes to get to their destination, so it's important to pick a service that takes as little time as possible.

How many coaches are there from London to Poole?

The London to Poole coach route is well served by National Express. The company provides 10 daily services, with a choice of two stops in Poole. Schedules are the same on weekdays and weekends and there are no seasonal differences.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Poole?

Departure bus station: All coaches to Poole from London will leave from London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria Coach Station can be found in West London, not far from the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Getting there is made easy by the proximity of Victoria Station, which is just 200 metres away. Victoria is one of London's great transport hubs, featuring Overground rail connections across the South East and Underground links to all corners of the capital. There are a few eateries and shops at the coach station, but it's best to stock up before travelling.

Arrival bus station: Travellers can pick from two arrival points when taking coaches from London to Poole. Firstly, all coaches stop at Seldown Coach Park. The Seldown stop is handy for Poole's major shopping neighbourhoods, including the Dolphin Shopping Centre, and it's also around 300 metres away from Poole Railway Station, so should suit those who need onward connections. Alternatively, many National Express services stop at Parkstone, just to the east of Poole city centre. This stop is useful for those heading to nearby marinas and sailing centres, as well as anyone who wants to take local buses to Bournemouth.

FAQs: London to Poole coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Poole can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Poole is £9; 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 London to Poole is 3h 0m to travel the 157 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 London to Poole leaves at 0:12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Poole leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 29 direct coaches a day from London to Poole with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London 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 London and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Poole from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Poole is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Poole including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London 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 London to Poole for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London 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.
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 London to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London 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 London 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 London 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 London to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Poole

London
Poole
The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Poole.
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, York Road (London Eye)Accessibility
Amenities at bus station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information

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