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Heathrow Airport to Poole: Coach transfers, cheap bus timetables
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Coach tickets from Heathrow Airport to Poole
Travel from Heathrow to Poole in as little as 2 hours 20 minutes from just £22.50 one-way*, with up to 11 services departing daily. Landing late? The 1:10am departure means you won't need an overnight airport stay - just board your coach from Heathrow to Poole and relax while we drive you to the Dorset coast.
Coach tickets from Heathrow Airport to Poole
Travel from Heathrow to Poole in as little as 2 hours 20 minutes from just £22.50 one-way*, with up to 11 services departing daily. Landing late? The 1:10am departure means you won't need an overnight airport stay - just board your coach from Heathrow to Poole and relax while we drive you to the Dorset coast.
The 035 service calls at over 10 stops between Heathrow and Poole, with boarding available at multiple points including Heathrow Central Bus Station and Terminal 5. That means you can board just minutes after clearing arrivals, with far less walking than hauling your bags to a train platform. Travelling as a family? There's a generous luggage allowance and comfortable seats for the whole group. Travelling alone? Your driver will help load and unload your luggage, so there's no heavy lifting to worry about.
Every ticket comes with a guaranteed seat, so there's no scramble for space after a long flight. Unlike the train, which requires two or three changes on this route, our coach picks you up directly from the terminal door and takes you to Poole with no connections needed. Flexible ticket options let you amend your booking if plans change, and the 3-hour travel window means you can board a similar service either side of your booked departure.
Secure our best value fares
Lock in the lowest fares by booking early - advance prices start from just £22.50 one-way*. You'll skip the queue at the coach station, and booking a return at the same time saves you even more.
Guarantee your seat
Popular services on the Heathrow to Poole coach route can sell out, especially during peak travel periods. Booking in advance secures your seat on the exact service you need.
Total peace of mind
Plans change, and we get it. The 3-hour travel window lets you board a similar service either side of your booked departure. Need even more flexibility? The Fully Flexible ticket option allows free amendments, or add Change and Go for just £5 one-way to board any available coach up to 12 hours before or after your original departure.
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⚡ Unrivalled frequency and fast transfers: Up to 11 services a day on the 035 route, with departures from the early hours right through to late at night, and the fastest journey taking just 2 hours 20 minutes from Heathrow Central Bus Station
✅ More stops and less walking: Pick-up from multiple Heathrow terminals with stops across the route, meaning less dragging bags across the airport compared with reaching a train platform
⭐ Guaranteed comfort and onboard facilities: A guaranteed seat on every trip, a generous luggage allowance, free Wi-Fi, power sockets at every seat, air conditioning, and onboard toilets
💷 Great value for every traveller: Great-value fares with return ticket savings, 33% off for groups of 4 or more, and none of the airport car park charges
Heathrow to Poole journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 20 mins |
Cheapest price | From £22.50 * |
Distance (approx) | 151km |
No. of stops | 10 (other services use further stops) |
First & last journey daily | 1:10am/23:50pm from Heathrow Central |
Our Heathrow Airport to Poole network
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
035 coach towards Poole
The 035 service connects Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Park via multiple stops, calling at key locations including London Hammersmith, Basingstoke, Ringwood, Bournemouth Coach and Rail Station, Bournemouth University, Westbourne, Branksome, and Parkstone. Some services extend to Dorchester South Rail Station and Weymouth. The 035 also runs in reverse - see our Poole to Heathrow service for return trips. Check the route map and use the Journey Planner to find the best service and stop for your trip.
Heathrow to Poole route map
Departing from Heathrow Airport
Finding your coach
At Terminals 2 and 3, coaches depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station. At Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5, coaches depart from directly outside the terminal building. Follow signs for coach services once you exit arrivals.
Track your coach in real-time
Use our Coach Tracker tool to see exactly where your driver is. Live location updates let you time your walk to the stop, so you're not left waiting around with your luggage.
Direct from the terminal door
Your coach picks you up right at the terminal door - no shuttle transfers, no extra connections. Step on board and you're on your way to Poole.
Planning your time
After landing, allow enough time for immigration, baggage collection, and making your way to the coach stop. We recommend arriving at the stop at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure for smooth boarding and luggage loading.
At the airport and on arrival in Poole
While waiting at Heathrow, you'll find cafes, shops, restaurants, rest areas, toilet facilities, and cash machines close to the coach departure points. On arrival at Poole Seldown Coach Park, you're a short walk from Poole town centre, with restaurants, shops, and connections to local transport nearby.
Frequently asked questions
Fares start from great-value advance prices when you book ahead. Use the Journey Planner to check live fares for your chosen travel date and lock in the best deal.
The first coach departs from Heathrow Central Bus Station at 1:10am, arriving at Poole Seldown Coach Park at 3:30am. It's a reliable option if you land late and want to head straight to Poole without waiting until morning.
The last departure leaves Heathrow Central Bus Station at 23:50pm, arriving at Poole Seldown Coach Park at 02:10am the following morning.
The fastest services offer a quick, direct ride with no changes required. Times vary depending on which stops the service calls at, so check the timetable when booking for your chosen departure.
Yes. Services run from the early hours through to late at night, covering red-eye arrivals and late evening landings. Check the timetable for exact departure times on your travel date.
We offer a generous luggage allowance on all services. If you're travelling with airport or cruise luggage, check the current allowance on our website before you travel. Your driver will be happy to help with loading and unloading at each end of your trip.
Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, though excess fees may apply on Standard tickets. You can also add Change and Go to your booking, which lets you board any available coach up to 12 hours before or after your original departure for just £5 per trip. Visit our tickets page or Change and Go page for full details.
Absolutely. When train services are disrupted by engineering works or industrial action, our Heathrow to Poole coach provides a reliable road-based alternative with frequent daily departures and no dependency on rail infrastructure. Use the Journey Planner to find the next available service.
Coaches depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station for Terminals 2 and 3. At Heathrow Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 5, coaches depart from directly outside the terminal building.
Yes. All coaches are equipped with free Wi-Fi and power sockets at every seat, so you can stay connected or charge your devices on board. For the most reliable connection, we recommend having mobile data as a backup.
Yes, tickets can be purchased at the coach station. However, booking online in advance is the best way to secure the lowest fares and guarantee your seat on a specific service. Use the Journey Planner to book in just a few clicks.
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