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Poole Museum
Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 27 m
Buses on 05 Sept
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Winchester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester to Poole will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 buses from Winchester to Poole, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 61 km
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Poole coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h30 | 12:35 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h30 | 14:45 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h25 | 19:25 Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 changesdirect | |
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There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 23:50.
Distance 61 km |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Discover the best of Poole — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poole trip today.
Harbour-front museum telling Poole’s story through local archaeology, ceramics and maritime displays in restored historic buildings.
Working pottery and visitor centre showing how traditional Poole pottery is made, with displays, demonstrations and a shop for collectors.
Compact RNLI museum by the quayside exploring lifeboat history, rescues and the heritage of the volunteer service founded in Poole.
Historic waterfront lined with old buildings, pubs and boat activity. It is ideal for harbour views, walks, events and ferries around the bay.
Long sandy beach backed by pine trees and sea views, popular for swimming, walking and sunsets near the Sandbanks peninsula.
Large urban park with boating lake, gardens, play areas and regular events. A good family stop close to central Poole.
Fresh native oysters from nearby Poole Harbour, prized for their clean, briny flavour and long shellfish tradition on this Dorset coast.
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.
Sweet, delicate scallops from Lyme Bay and the Dorset coast, commonly pan-fried. They are a regional favourite on Poole seafood menus.
Smart waterside dining room at Harbour Heights with modern British cooking and wide views over Poole Harbour and Sandbanks.
Popular harbourside seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and relaxed waterside dining close to Poole Quay.
Lively quay restaurant serving seafood, grills and British favourites with harbour views and a polished but informal atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK coast: hotels rise in summer, meals are mid-priced, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
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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Poole, Seldown Coach Park -> Poole Bus Station, Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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.

Most Winchester to Poole buses use the Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Winchester and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. ATMs are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Ticket office support is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Wheelchair accessible areas are provided.
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