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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Poole

Showing times and prices for Jan 20

Cheapest price

$24

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 34 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

169 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Luton to Poole will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Luton for Poole on Tue, Jan 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jan 20 the direct buses cover the 169 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.

National Express
05:40AM5h30
Luton
11:10AMPoole
$241One-way
0 transfers
National Express
06:30AM5h50
Luton
12:20PMPoole
$251One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:55PM5h15
Luton
01:10AMPoole
$421One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:50PM5h40
Luton
02:30AMPoole
$481One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Poole

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Poole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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Most popular
Bus
Train

€36

Average price

Cheapest

€55

Average price

5h 18m

Average total duration

4h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

South Western Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Luton to Poole Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$87
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:25AM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$87
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:55AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
6h10
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:05AM
Arrival Time
12:05PM
Duration
6h00
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
6h00
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:55AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
5h45
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$68
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$144
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:05AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$97
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:10AM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$112
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:25AM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$91
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:40AM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$74
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
5h20
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:05PM
Arrival Time
04:35PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$85
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:20PM
Arrival Time
04:35PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$61
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
6h20
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$91
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
6h05
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$96
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
08:55PM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$103
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:05PM
Arrival Time
08:55PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$84
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:05PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$105
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:15PM
Arrival Time
11:05PM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:20PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$84
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
11:05PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:45PM
Arrival Time
12:20AM
Duration
5h35
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$78
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
12:20AM
Duration
5h20
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
5h35
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
12:50AM
Duration
5h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
02:10AM
Duration
6h15
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$57
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
01:25AM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$88
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
02:10AM
Duration
5h40
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$52
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
03:30AM
Duration
5h45
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:05PM
Arrival Time
03:30AM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:35PM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
10h25
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$49
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:45PM
Arrival Time
10:00AM
Duration
10h15
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$54

Live departures

Luton to Poole bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Poole buses for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:15 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express7:55 PM Luton
5h15
1:10 AM Poole0 transfersDirect
national_express8:30 PM Luton
5h25
1:55 AM Poole0 transfersDirect
national_express9:05 PM Luton
5h25
2:30 AM Poole0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, January 20
national_express5:40 AM Luton
5h30
11:10 AM Poole0 transfersDirect
national_express6:30 AM Luton
5h50
12:20 PM Poole0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Poole

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Buses from Luton to Poole run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 5h 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
105 miles (169 km)
Average bus duration
4h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
$24 (€19)
Buses per day
30
Fastest bus
5h 0m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
23:50

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Luton to Poole start from as low as $24 (€19) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $44 (€36) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
  • On average there are 30 daily trains from Luton to Poole with 0 direct service.
  • The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 0m but the average duration is 4h 48m
Train Operators
  • Travel from Luton to Poole with National Express
  • The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
  • Most trains depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in Poole, Seldown Coach Park
  • First train typically departs at 01:20 AM and the last at 11:50 PM
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 from Luton to PooleYou can travel by bus between Luton to Poole with National Express for as low as $24 (€19). 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
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
$24 (€19)
National Express frequency
30 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.

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Poole

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Poole can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Poole is $42 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time from Luton to Poole is on average 5 h 15 min   for the 105 mile (169 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Luton and Poole by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Luton to Poole leaves at 3: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Luton to Poole leaves at 11: 45PM.
There are 27 buses a day from Luton to Poole which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the Luton to Poole bus with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the trip to Poole from Luton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a bus from Luton to Poole is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Poole including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Poole:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Luton 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 Luton 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 Luton to Poole, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • 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 Luton to Poole.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton 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 Luton to Poole:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Luton to Poole.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Luton to Poole with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Luton to Poole with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Luton to Poole with the following bus company: National Express.

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    Popular bus stations from Luton to Poole

    Luton
    Poole
    The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Poole.
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    Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)
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