Luggage
You can bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard our coaches. However, be sure to check your flight luggage allowance with your airline before your pack.
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Poole to Heathrow Airport: Coach transfers, bus timetables & cheap tickets
From £22.50 one-way*
Generous luggage allowance
Bring 1x large suitcase (or 2x medium cases) & 1x soft hand luggage item onboard
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Sign up nowWe're increasing services from Poole to Heathrow, with more departures than any other coach operator on this route from 4 July. We're adding up to 12 services a day, giving you even more flexibility to reach the airport.
Coach from Poole to Heathrow
Our Poole to Heathrow coach runs up to 7 times a day, with a direct service to all three terminal zones. Skip the airport parking fees, avoid the hassle of driving on the motorway, and save compared to the train - which requires at least one change on this route. Travelling as a family or group? You'll benefit from a generous luggage allowance and comfortable seats throughout.
Poole to Heathrow journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 3 hrs 30 mins (to Heathrow Central) |
Cheapest price | From £22.50 * |
Distance (approx) | 150km |
No. of stops | 3 (other services may use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 1:35am/16:45pm |
Our Poole to Heathrow services and stops
Our coach from Poole to Heathrow serves stops in Bournemouth and Ringwood before heading to all three Heathrow terminal areas. Use the Poole to London Heathrow service below to plan your journey.
205 coach towards Gatwick
Our 205 service travels up to 7 times a day and calls at the following stops:
Bournemouth Coach & Rail Station
Ringwood (Meeting House Lane)
Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
Heathrow Airport (Terminal 4)
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
Travelling to Terminal 4 or 5?
For more frequent coach services, search for Heathrow Airport London (Terminals 2, 3) in the blue Journey Planner above. You can then take the free Heathrow Express train between terminals.
Poole to Heathrow route map
Routes to Heathrow Airport
Inter-airport routes:
Departing from Poole
Your Poole to Heathrow airport journey begins at Poole Seldown Coach Park. Nearby restaurants, shops and cafes mean you can grab everything you need before boarding. The 1:35am departure makes this a practical option for catching early-morning flights without the cost of an overnight airport hotel.
Arriving at Heathrow
We recommend getting to the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure time.
Our bus from Poole to Heathrow airport drops you at the terminal, so there's no need for shuttle transfers. Facilities near each stop include cafes, shops, restaurants, rest areas, toilet facilities, cash machines and ticket machines.
Arrival and departure information:
Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the Heathrow Central Bus Station.
Terminal 4: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 4.
Terminal 5: Coaches arrive and depart outside of Heathrow Terminal 5.
Frequently asked questions
A one-way journey from Poole to Heathrow is available from £22.50.
Our fastest coach journeys from Poole to Heathrow take 2 hours 15 minutes to Terminal 5.
A £1.50 booking fee applies to each ticket, but this is waived when you book via nationalexpress.com or the app while logged into your My Account.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
You can bring a generous amount of luggage on board, with plenty of space in the hold for suitcases and bags.
The first coach leaves from Poole Seldown Coach Park at 1.00am, arriving at Heathrow Airport (T5) at 3.15am.
The last coach leaves from Poole Seldown Coach Park at 14.55pm, arriving at Heathrow Airport (T5) at 17.40pm.
Our coaches run on road and are not affected by rail strikes or train cancellations. If rail services are disrupted, our Poole to Heathrow coach service remains a reliable way to reach the airport for your flight.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app. Fares correct 18.05.2026 for travel between 18.05.2026 - 13.09.2026.
