The cheapest and fastest buses from Poole to Bristol
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poole to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poole to Bristol will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 buses that leave Poole for Bristol on Tue, Dec 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Poole to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Poole to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 93 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price |
6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Poole to Bristol buses for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:40 PM Poole | 7h25 | 9:05 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Poole | 7h10 | 9:55 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Poole | 6h10 | 11:50 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Poole to Bristol
Buses from Poole to Bristol run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 93 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 6h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 24 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Poole to BristolYou can travel by bus between Poole to Bristol with National Express, Megabus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Poole to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poole to Bristol by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Poole, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Poole, Seldown Lane (Lighthouse) and Poole, Parkstone. When arriving in Bristol, you can end your route in coach stations like Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport and Bristol, Station Approach (Temple Meads - Stop T1).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Poole, Seldown Coach Park, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Airport Bus Station, located 8.9 miles (14.4 km) away from the city centre.
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