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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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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Slough to Poole
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £0
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- -£0
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 2 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h 50 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 15
- Distance
- 131 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Slough to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Slough to Poole you need to make at least one change.
7:08 2h52 Slough 10:00 Poole Find prices1 change9:10 2h55 Slough 12:05 Poole Find prices1 change
9:12 2h53 Slough 12:05 Poole Find prices2 changes10:44 2h51 Slough 13:35 Poole Find prices1 change12:15 2h50 Slough 15:05 Poole Find prices1 change
22:02 2h48 Slough 0:50 Poole Find prices2 changes12:15 2h50 Slough 15:05 Poole Find prices1 change22:00 2h50 Slough 0:50 Poole Find prices1 change10:44 2h51 Slough 13:35 Poole Find prices1 change13:44 2h51 Slough 16:35 Poole Find prices1 change
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Slough to Poole
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Slough to Poole run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 2h 25m.
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 131 km |
Average bus duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 22 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Slough to Poole trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Slough to Poole.
Cheap coach tickets from Slough to Poole can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Slough to Poole is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Slough to Poole leaves at 1:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Slough to Poole leaves at 23:00.
There are 22 coaches a day from Slough to Poole which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Live departures
Slough to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Poole coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 22:00 Slough | 3h10 | 1:10 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Slough to Poole coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Slough to Poole.
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Bus providers: National Express from Slough to PooleYou can travel by bus between Slough to Poole with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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
2h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£28
National Express frequency
22 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Slough and Poole
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Slough to Poole, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Slough and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Slough to Poole:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Slough to Poole for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Slough 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Slough to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Slough to Poole:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Slough to Poole:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Slough to Poole.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Slough to Poole with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Slough to Poole with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Slough to Poole with the following coach company: National Express.
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: Slough to Poole coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Slough and Poole
Most Slough to Poole buses use the Slough, Wellington Street to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair, with some services arriving at Poole, Parkstone. Use this guide to compare Slough and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Slough
Arrival bus stations in Poole
Which Slough station do buses to Poole leave from?
Buses from Slough to Poole leave from Slough, Wellington Street. The station is from Slough city centre at Slough Bus Station, Slough SL1 1XN, UK.
Slough, Wellington StreetSlough Bus Station, Slough SL1 1XN, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Slough, Wellington Street from Slough city centre
Bus103 · 3m · £4 · every ~3 min
702 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
Slough, Wellington Street bus station facilities and services
Slough, Wellington Street 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 Slough, Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slough, Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough, Wellington Street: Bus stops accessible for wheelchairs.
Which Poole station do buses from Slough arrive at?
Buses from Slough to Poole most often arrive at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. Some services arrive at Poole, Parkstone, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Poole arrival station.
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.
Poole, ParkstonePoole bus station, Poole BH15 1SP, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Poole, Parkstone from Poole city centre
Poole, Parkstone is 3 km from Poole city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainPoole - London Waterloo, Poole - Eastleigh, Weymouth - London Waterloo, Weymouth - Southampton Central, Weymouth - Bournemouth, Poole - Brockenhurst, Poole - Winchester, Poole - Bournemouth, Weymouth - Woking, Weymouth - Eastleigh, Poole - Southampton Central · 3m · £1 · every ~4 min
Buscity_sightseeing_bournemouth · 7m · every ~2 min
m1, 419, 449, N1 · 9m · £2 · every ~34 min
m1, U2, N1 · 10m · £2 · every ~47 min
Poole, Parkstone bus station facilities and services
Poole, Parkstone 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, Parkstone. ATMs are available at Poole, Parkstone.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Poole, Parkstone.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Poole, Parkstone: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole, Parkstone: Wheelchair accessible.
Bus stations for Slough to Poole
Check bus stations information for Slough and Poole, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
When departing from Slough , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Slough, Wellington Street . When arriving in Poole , you can end your route in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Poole, Parkstone.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Slough, Wellington Street, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Poole, Seldown Coach Park, located 1 away from the city centre.
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