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Poole Museum
Harbourside museum of Poole's maritime, social, and pottery history in restored quayside buildings. A strong introduction to the town's past and port identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 27 m
Buses on Sep 05
5
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 €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 5 buses from Southampton to Poole, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.
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FlixBusOmio 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 an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Poole:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Poole costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Poole take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €3. The journey takes 1h 15m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Poole buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:30 PM Southampton | 1h25 | 11:55 PM Poole | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 11:05 AM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h30 | 12:35 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h30 | 2:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h25 | 7:25 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1h25 | 11:10 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Southampton to Poole run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:53 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Poole — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Poole trip today.
Harbourside museum of Poole's maritime, social, and pottery history in restored quayside buildings. A strong introduction to the town's past and port identity.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions, a respected gallery programme, and cultural events. Worth visiting for modern visual art in central Poole.
Volunteer-run museum preserving Poole's RNLI history, lifeboats, and rescue stories. A compact stop for maritime heritage near the quay.
Historic waterfront lined with boats, heritage buildings, and harbour views. A must for atmosphere, walks, and seeing Poole's maritime character up close.
National Trust island of heath, lagoon, and woodland in Poole Harbour. Famous for red squirrels, birdlife, and memorable coastal walking.
Sandy peninsula with sweeping harbour and bay views, beach access, and an easy walking route. Popular for sunsets, watersports scenery, and open space.
Fresh shellfish long landed on Poole Quay. Locally served crab highlights the harbour’s fishing heritage and is prized for sweet, delicate meat.
A Dorset staple of local sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding batter. It is a comforting pub classic widely eaten across Poole and the county.
Traditional Dorset fruit cake made with dried fruit, spice and tea. It is closely associated with county baking and often served sliced with tea.
Elegant harbourside seafood restaurant known for refined local fish dishes, tasting menus and polished service in a special-occasion setting.
Popular waterside restaurant on Poole Quay serving fresh seafood, grilled fish and shellfish in a relaxed, lively harbour atmosphere.
Well-known traditional fish and chip restaurant near the quay, valued for sustainably sourced seafood and a casual family-friendly setting.
Poole is moderate for UK seaside towns: lodging rises in summer, dining is mid-priced, and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes may use tip jars, but small change only.
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Poole Seldown Coach Park -> Poole Railway Station
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.

Most Southampton to Poole buses use the Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Poole bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) is 3 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University). ATMs are available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).
Available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University): Bus stop is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Poole, Seldown Coach Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park. ATMs are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Ticket office support is available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park.
Available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poole, Seldown Coach Park: Wheelchair accessible areas are provided.
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