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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Poole

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest price

$0.00

Average price

$55

Fastest journey

6 h

Average duration

6 h 22 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

222 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Poole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Leicester to Poole without transferring at least once.

New Bharat Coaches (Southall, London)
05:00PM6h00
Leicester
11:00PMPoole
Find prices
2 transfers
FlixBus
03:20PM6h00
Leicester
09:20PMPoole
$361One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
05:25PM7h05
Leicester
12:30AMPoole
$361One-way
1 transfer
National Express
03:00PM6h35
Leicester
09:35PMPoole
$741One-way
1 transfer
National Express
04:50PM6h10
Leicester
11:00PMPoole
$741One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train 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 $17. 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 $17, and a train costs an average of $92.

Distance: 137 miles (222 km)

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Bus
Train

$22

Average price

Cheapest

$144

Average price

6h 20m

Average total duration

5h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

South Western Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

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Leicester to Poole Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:10AM
Arrival Time
10:38AM
Duration
6h28
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
12:28PM
Duration
6h08
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:25AM
Arrival Time
02:55PM
Duration
8h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
02:55PM
Duration
8h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
6h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
01:58PM
Duration
6h13
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:20AM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
7h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:45AM
Arrival Time
04:05PM
Duration
7h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
03:33PM
Duration
6h33
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:25AM
Arrival Time
04:23PM
Duration
6h58
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
06:55PM
Duration
8h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
06:55PM
Duration
8h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
07:05PM
Duration
7h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
7h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
6h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
10:03PM
Duration
7h03
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
7h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
8h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:05PM
Arrival Time
11:50PM
Duration
6h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$65
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
7h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
7h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
01:25AM
Duration
6h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:15PM
Arrival Time
03:30AM
Duration
7h15
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
09:38AM
Duration
12h08
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$45

Live departures

Leicester to Poole bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Poole buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:39 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX440 · NX035
Delayed
6:20 AM 4:10 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h28
10:38 AM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
Delayed
6:20 AM 4:10 AMLeicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h40
10:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
6:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h08
12:28 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
6:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h20
12:40 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h30
2:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:50 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
8h05
2:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
6:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h45
1:35 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
6:50 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h33
1:23 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
7:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h13
1:58 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
7:45 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h25
2:10 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:20 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h45
4:05 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus8:45 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
7h20
4:05 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h33
3:33 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
9:00 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h45
3:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
9:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h58
4:23 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
9:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h10
4:35 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
8h25
6:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
8h00
6:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
11:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h35
7:05 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
11:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h23
6:53 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:40 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h40
9:20 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h35
8:35 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
2:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h23
9:23 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
3:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h03
10:03 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
3:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h15
10:15 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
3:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h30
11:00 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
3:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h21
10:51 PM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus3:45 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)
8h45
12:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
5:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h45
11:50 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus5:25 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h05
12:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h05
12:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
5:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h56
12:41 AM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
7:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h25
1:25 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
7:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
6h16
1:16 AM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h15
3:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer
national_expressNX440 · NX035
On time
8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
7h06
3:21 AM Poole, Parkstone
1 transfer
national_expressNX450 · NX0359:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
12h08
9:38 AM Poole, Parkstone1 transfer
national_expressNX450 · NX035
On time
9:30 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
12h20
9:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Poole

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Buses from Leicester to Poole run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) 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 5m.

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 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$17 (€14)
Buses per day
23
Fastest bus
7h 5m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
21:30
Cheapest month
May
Cheapest day
Wed
High season
Apr - Jun
Low season
Oct - Dec
Busiest day
Fri
Least busy day
Fri
Best day to book ahead
1 day
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 $17 (€14). 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 10m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€15)
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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Leicester to Poole can start from as little as $17 (€14) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leicester to Poole is $22 (€18) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Leicester to Poole is 7h 5m to travel the 137 miles (222 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Leicester to Poole leaves at 1:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leicester to Poole leaves at 9:30 PM.
There are 23 buses a day from Leicester to Poole which require at least one change with National Express, 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, 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.
A trip to Poole from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Leicester to Poole is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leicester and Poole including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leicester to Poole:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leicester to Poole for bus company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leicester to Poole depends on the bus companies:
  • Megabus
    • 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.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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:
  • Megabus
    • 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).
  • 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:
  • Megabus
    • 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.
  • 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, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leicester to Poole with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leicester to Poole with the following bus company: National Express, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leicester to Poole

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Poole
The major bus station for departures in Leicester is Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station for your trip from Leicester to Poole.
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Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda)

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