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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 and train for Northampton to Poole
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 187 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Northampton to Poole is a coach with an average price of £46.
This is compared to other travel options from Northampton to Poole:
A coach is £53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Northampton to Poole costing on average £99.
The fastest way to travel from Northampton to Poole is by train with an average journey time of 3h 44m.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Northampton and Poole including taking a coach and train.
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 £46 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.44. The journey takes 5h 44m versus 3h 1m 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.
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Why should you book Northampton to Poole coaches with Omio?
National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Northampton to Poole.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Northampton to Poole.
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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Poole.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Northampton to Poole.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Northampton to Poole.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Northampton to Poole.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Poole
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Northampton to Poole run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 5h 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 187 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 1:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 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, FlixBus from Northampton to PooleYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Poole with National Express, 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 FlixBus Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£22
FlixBus frequency
8 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 National Express Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
£70
National Express frequency
4 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.
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.
- 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.
Morebus
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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: Northampton to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Poole can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to Poole is £46; 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 Northampton to Poole is 5h 10m to travel the 187 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 Northampton to Poole leaves at 1:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Northampton to Poole leaves at 23:45.
There are 7 coaches a day from Northampton to Poole which require at least one change with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Northampton to Poole, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Northampton and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Northampton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park), Northampton, Town Centre . When arriving in Poole , you can end your route in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park), 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 Northampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Northampton to Poole is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Northampton and Poole including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Northampton to Poole for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Northampton to Poole:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Northampton to Poole depends on the coach companies:
- 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 Northampton to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Northampton to Poole:
- 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 Northampton to Poole:
- 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 Northampton 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 Northampton to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Northampton to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Northampton to Poole with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Poole
Most Northampton to Poole buses use the Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Northampton
Arrival bus stations in Poole
Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park)Northampton Grange Park, Saxon Ave, NN4 5BR
City-centre transport
Getting to Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) from Northampton city centre
BusX6 · 24m · £2 · every ~5 min
X6, 11, 11A · 24m · £2 · every ~10 min
X6 · 47m · £5 · every ~5 min
Northampton, Town Centre
Which Poole station do buses from Northampton arrive at?
Buses from Northampton 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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