4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Poole to Southampton
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Poole to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Southampton will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 buses that leave Poole for Southampton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Poole to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 46 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Poole to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Southampton coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:00 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1h10 | 07:10 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1h30 | 11:00 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1h10 | 10:40 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1h10 | 16:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 1h30 | 17:15 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Poole to Southampton
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Buses from Poole to Southampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Poole to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Poole to Southampton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Poole to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Poole and Southampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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