The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Poole
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Poole will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Poole every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 308 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
19:158h15Manchester03:30Poole£501One-way0 changes
19:158h15Manchester03:30Poole£501One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £98.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £123 Average Price |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Poole coaches for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 · NX035 | On time 22:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 11h10 | 10:05 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester to Poole by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Manchester to Poole coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Poole.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Poole.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Poole
Buses from Manchester to Poole run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 308 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 308 km |
Average bus duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester to PooleYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Poole with National Express, Megabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Poole
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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