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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Showing times and prices for 18 Dec
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Buses per day
63
Distance
157 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Fast coaches
Of the 63 buses that leave Poole station (POO) for London Waterloo (WAT) every day 29 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 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
FlixBus18:002h55
Poole, Seldown Coach Park20:55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:002h30
Poole, Seldown Coach Park20:30London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus12:452h55
Poole, Seldown Coach Park15:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus12:453h25
Poole, Seldown Coach Park16:10London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus09:304h05
Poole, Seldown Coach Park13:35London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
£111One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:002h30
Poole, Seldown Coach Park20:30London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:002h55
Poole, Seldown Coach Park20:55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus12:452h55
Poole, Seldown Coach Park15:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
£111One-way
0 changes
NX03518:403h10
Poole, Seldown Coach Park21:50London, Victoria Coach Station
£171One-way
0 changes
NX03504:103h10
Poole, Seldown Coach Park07:20London, Victoria Coach Station
£311One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 157 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £20 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) coaches for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 07:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 06:10Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h40 | 09:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 06:10Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h50 | 11:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 06:10Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h43 | 10:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 06:50Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h03 | 11:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 06:50Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h00 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 06:50Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h10 | 12:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 11:55 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h25 | 11:25 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 08:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h50 | 11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 08:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h00 | 13:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 08:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h53 | 12:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 09:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h00 | 14:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 09:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h53 | 13:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 09:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h50 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h05 | 13:35 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h35 | 13:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 11:05Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h48 | 15:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 11:05Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 16:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 11:05Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h45 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 11:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h58 | 16:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 11:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h05 | 17:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 11:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h45 | 15:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 2h55 | 15:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h25 | 16:10 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 12:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 12:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 17:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 12:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h02 | 17:57 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 13:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h02 | 18:57 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 13:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h40 | 17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 13:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 18:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 14:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 18:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 14:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 19:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 14:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h00 | 19:55 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h25 | 19:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h50 | 19:35 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 15:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 20:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 15:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 15:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h00 | 20:55 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 16:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h00 | 21:55 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 16:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 21:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 16:55Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 2h55 | 20:55 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 2h30 | 20:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 18:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h08 | 22:48 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 18:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h10 | 21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 18:40Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h13 | 22:53 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 20:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h15 | 01:15 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | Delayed 20:55 20:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h19 | 01:19 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | Delayed 20:55 20:00Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h20 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 18 December | |||||
| NX035 · NXA8 | 01:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h25 | 05:45 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | 01:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h30 | 04:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 01:20 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h29 | 05:49 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | 02:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h30 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 02:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h30 | 07:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 02:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h35 | 07:25 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 | 04:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h10 | 07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 04:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h15 | 08:25 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 04:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h10 | 08:20 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | 05:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h50 | 08:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 05:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h55 | 09:55 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 05:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h50 | 09:50 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 06:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h55 | 09:55 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h25 | 09:25 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 | 06:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 3h40 | 09:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 06:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h50 | 11:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 06:10 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h43 | 10:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 06:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h03 | 11:53 London, York Road (London Eye) | 1 change | |
| NX035 | 06:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 4h00 | 10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX035 · NXA8 | 06:50 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 5h10 | 12:00 London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Buses from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 157 km distance in 2h 30m.
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 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 19:00 |
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: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT)You can travel by bus between Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) with Megabus, National Express, 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
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
11 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
2h 50m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
37 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
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£12
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: Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) coach time is 2 h 50 min covering the 97 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 02: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 20: 00.
There are 3 coaches a day from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) coach with Megabus or National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to London Waterloo (WAT) from Poole station (POO) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London Waterloo (WAT) from Poole station (POO) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, luggage for the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Poole station (POO) to London Waterloo (WAT).
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