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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 coach for Milton Keynes to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 6h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a coach costs an average of £59.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£59 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Poole is a coach with an average price of £59.
The fastest way to travel from Milton Keynes to Poole is by coach with an average journey time of 6h 11m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Milton Keynes and Poole.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-22.95. The journey takes 6h 11m versus 2h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Poole coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 14:00 Milton Keynes | 7h20 | 21:20 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milton Keynes to Poole
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Buses from Milton Keynes to Poole run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 4h 45m.
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 170 km |
Average bus duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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: Stagecoach East, Arriva UK from Milton Keynes to PooleYou can travel by bus between Milton Keynes to Poole with Stagecoach East, Arriva UK for as low as £50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Stagecoach East
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stagecoach East Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Stagecoach East Price
£50
Stagecoach East frequency
6 a day
Arriva UK
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Arriva UK Duration
4h 57m
Cheapest Arriva UK Price
£51
Arriva UK frequency
4 a day
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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: Milton Keynes to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Poole can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Milton Keynes to Poole is £59; 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 Milton Keynes to Poole is 4h 45m to travel the 170 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 Milton Keynes to Poole leaves at 1:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Milton Keynes to Poole leaves at 22:40.
There are 7 coaches a day from Milton Keynes to Poole which require at least one change with Stagecoach East, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Milton Keynes to Poole, you can count on Stagecoach East, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Milton Keynes and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milton Keynes, Coachway, 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 Milton Keynes is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Milton Keynes to Poole is September.
Yes, you can take a coach between Milton Keynes and Poole.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole.
No, the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Poole.
No, luggage for the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Milton Keynes to Poole.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Poole
Most Milton Keynes to Poole buses use the Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Milton Keynes
Arrival bus stations in Poole
Which Milton Keynes station do buses to Poole leave from?
Buses from Milton Keynes to Poole leave from Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station. The station is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre at Milton Keynes Central railway station, Milton Keynes MK9, UK.
Milton Keynes, Central Railway StationMilton Keynes Central railway station, Milton Keynes MK9, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
BusMk1, X5 · 7m · £2 · every ~11 min
Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station bus station facilities and services
Milton Keynes, Central Railway 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: There is a cafe and a snack bar in the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM available in the main hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes, Central Railway Station: Station is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Poole station do buses from Milton Keynes arrive at?
Buses from Milton Keynes to Poole arrive at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. Poole, Seldown Coach Park is 1 km from Poole city centre.
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.
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