How far is Southampton from Poole?

Southampton and Poole are 30 miles (47 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Poole?

Most of the buses traveling from Southampton to Poole leave from Southampton Coach Station and arrive at Poole Bus Stop. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Southampton to Poole from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Southampton to Poole on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40pm	Southampton Coach Station	1h 20m	4:00pm	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	University of Southampton	1h 50m	6:20pm	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Southampton Coach Station	1h 20m	6:20pm	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	University of Southampton	1h 45m	11:10pm	Poole Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Southampton Coach Station	1h 15m	11:10pm	Poole Bus Stop	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Southampton to Poole

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Poole. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, 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$9 - $13	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$10 - $46	Average Duration51m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,371 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,717 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Poole?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Stops in Poole

A - Poole Bus Stop

B - Port: Poole

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Poole by bus

How far is Southampton from Poole?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Poole?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$6

11/18

$6

Today

$6

11/20

$6

11/21

$7

11/22

$8

11/23

$7

11/24

$7

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Poole was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $6

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 $6 to $8 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 $6 which is on 2025-11-20.