The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Poole
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Poole will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Poole on Wed, Nov 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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 Southampton to Poole
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 46 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Poole bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Poole buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:45 PM Southampton | 1h15 | 6:00 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 PM Southampton | 1h10 | 1:55 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Poole
Buses from Southampton to Poole run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 46 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to PooleYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Poole with National Express for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Poole 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 Poole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Southampton, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Southampton Airport Parkway, Southampton, Coach Station and Southampton, Burgess Road / University Road (Library). When arriving in Poole, you can end your trip in coach stations like Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Poole, Seldown Lane (Lighthouse) and Poole, Railway Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton Airport Parkway, which is located around 4.3 miles (6.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Poole, Seldown Coach Park, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Southampton to Poole
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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