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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 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 20 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
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.
The average ticket from Slough to Poole will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Slough to Poole, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
5:303h30Slough9:00Poole£261One-way0 changes- 23:003h10Slough2:10Poole£301One-way0 changes
- 23:003h10Slough2:10Poole£301One-way0 changes
- 5:303h30Slough9:00Poole£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Slough to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £71, while a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£71 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Slough to Poole is a train with an average price of £71.
The fastest way to travel from Slough to Poole is by train with an average journey time of 1h 56m.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 0m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Slough and Poole including taking a coach and train.
Live departures
Slough to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Slough 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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| 22:00 Slough | 3h10 | 1:10 Poole | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Slough to Poole
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Take a bus from Slough to Poole and enjoy the approximately 131 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 131 km distance in 2h 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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £71
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £71
Bus providers: First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Thames Valley Buses from Slough to PooleYou can travel by bus between Slough to Poole with First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Thames Valley Buses for as low as £71. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
First Berkshire & The Thames Valley
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average First Berkshire & The Thames Valley Duration
2h 48m
First Berkshire & The Thames Valley frequency
3 a day
Thames Valley Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thames Valley Buses Duration
2h 45m
Thames Valley Buses frequency
9 a day
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.
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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.
The average journey time by coach from Slough to Poole is 2h 45m to travel the 131 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 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 20 coaches a day from Slough to Poole which require at least one change with First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Thames Valley Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Slough to Poole, you can count on First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, Thames Valley Buses 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.
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, Branksome, Poole Road.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 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Poole from Slough is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Slough to Poole is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Slough and Poole including taking a coach and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Slough to Poole.
No, the coach from Slough to Poole has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Slough 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 Slough to Poole.
No, luggage for the coach from Slough to Poole needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Slough to Poole.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Slough to Poole.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Slough to Poole.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Slough to Poole.
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 · £0.90 · 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.
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