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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £128.
Distance: 222 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Leicester to Poole, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Poole:
A coach is £109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Poole costing on average £128.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £27. The journey takes 5h 58m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Poole from Leicester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Leicester to Poole is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Poole are Bournemouth, Southampton, Salisbury, Weymouth and Winchester. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Poole on Omio.
Bournemouth is a south coast seaside town known for its long sandy beach, Victorian gardens and pier. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with a busy seafront, clifftop views and a lively town centre.
Southampton is a maritime city on England’s south coast, known for its ocean liner history and links to the Titanic. Medieval walls and museums stand near a busy waterfront and modern shopping centre, giving it a lively yet practical feel.
Salisbury is best known for its magnificent cathedral and its well-preserved medieval centre. The city feels compact and traditional, with historic streets, a lively market square and easy links to nearby Stonehenge.
Weymouth is a traditional seaside town on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, known for its sandy beach, harbour and Georgian seafront. It has a relaxed holiday feel, with coastal walks, watersports and strong maritime character.
Winchester is a historic Hampshire city known for its cathedral, medieval streets and links to King Alfred the Great. Once an Anglo-Saxon capital, it feels compact, walkable and quietly elegant.
Travel to Poole easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leicester to Poole.
This is compared to other travel options from Leicester to Poole:
A coach is £109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leicester to Poole costing on average £128.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 28m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leicester and Poole as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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