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Compare train and bus for Leicester to Poole
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Poole
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Buses from Leicester to Poole run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 7h 0m.
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
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 21:30 |
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
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Leicester to PooleYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Poole with National Express, Megabus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€30)
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Poole
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Poole can start from as little as $18 (€15) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester to Poole is $36 (€30); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Leicester to Poole bus time is 5 h 55 min covering the 137 mile (221 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Leicester to Poole leaves at 2: 05AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Leicester to Poole leaves at 9: 30PM.
There are 22 buses a day from Leicester to Poole which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Leicester to Poole, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Poole. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Leicester and Poole and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Leicester to Poole by bus is November.
You have options as you can travel between Leicester and Poole 2 different ways: bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leicester to Poole:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leicester to Poole for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leicester to Poole depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leicester to Poole, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leicester to Poole.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leicester to Poole:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leicester to Poole:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Leicester to Poole.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leicester to Poole with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leicester to Poole with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leicester to Poole with the following bus company: National Express.
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Popular bus stations from Leicester to Poole
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The major bus station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) for your trip from Leicester to Poole.
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Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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The major bus station for arrivals in Poole is Poole, Parkstone. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Poole, Parkstone for your trip to Poole from Leicester.
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