How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Poole?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Poole start from £7. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Poole?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Poole is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Poole route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Poole?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Poole at 13:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Poole?

A bus journey from Southampton to Poole produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Poole?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Poole?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Poole?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to Poole?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Southampton to Poole from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Southampton to Poole on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:50	Southampton Coach Station	1h 25m	16:15	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	16:45	University of Southampton	2h 5m	18:50	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	17:20	Southampton Coach Station	1h 30m	18:50	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	21:25	University of Southampton	1h 45m	23:10	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	21:55	Southampton Coach Station	1h 15m	23:10	Poole Bus Stop	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Poole

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Poole. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 15mAverage duration

30 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£7 - £10	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£8 - £38	Average duration51m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Poole?

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK

Stops in Poole

A
Poole Bus Stop
Seldown Bridge, Seldown Coach Park (adj Dolphin Centre Bus Station), Poole BH15
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B
Port: Poole
New Harbour Rd S, Poole BH15 4AJ, UK

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,712 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Poole

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Poole?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Poole start from £7. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Poole?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Poole is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 30 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Poole route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Poole?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Poole at 13:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Poole?
A bus journey from Southampton to Poole produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Poole?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Poole?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Poole?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to Poole?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/12

£7

23/12

£7

Today

£7

25/12

No data

26/12

No data

27/12

£7

28/12

£7

29/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Poole was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to Poole as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £7 to £7 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Poole based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-28.