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Children aged 14 - 15 years old may travel unaccompanied, as from 5am, arriving at their booked destination no later than 10pm. Unaccompanied children will be asked for proof of age or a signed letter of permission from their parent/guardian. (sms or chat based messages are not permissible)

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Tickets from London to Poole

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Coach tickets from London to Poole

National Express coaches travel from London to Poole Seldown Coach Park up to 19 times a day, with one-way fares starting from £7.50*.

Our 035 route services begin from 00.30am, offering one of the most cost-effective ways to travel with regular, reliable connections between the capital and Dorset's coastal town.

Coach tickets from London to Poole

National Express coaches travel from London to Poole Seldown Coach Park up to 19 times a day, with one-way fares starting from £7.50*.

Our 035 route services begin from 00.30am, offering one of the most cost-effective ways to travel with regular, reliable connections between the capital and Dorset's coastal town.

London to Poole journey information
Fastest journey time 2 hrs 50 mins
Cheapest price From £7.50 *
Distance (approx) 179km
No. of stops 12 (other services use further stops)
First & last journey daily 0:30am/23:00pm from London Victoria

Our London to Poole services and stops

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Our 35 service travels up to 19 a day and calls at the following stops:

  • London Victoria Coach Station
  • Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
  • Heathrow Airport (Terminal 5)
  • Ringwood, Meeting House Lane
  • London (Hammersmith)
  • Basingstoke
  • Bournemouth Coach & Rail Station
  • Bournemouth University
  • Dorchester South Rail Station
  • Weymouth
  • Wareham
  • Branksome, A35
  • Parkstone, Ashley Rd
  • Poole Seldown Coach Park

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Departing from London Victoria Coach Station

London Victoria Coach Station is just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines. A bus stop sits directly outside the coach station with numerous city centre routes, while Victoria Rail Station is only 300 metres away. For those arriving by taxi, there's a convenient rank outside the coach station on Eccleston Place.

Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities for more information.

Arriving in Poole

Poole Seldown Coach Park is conveniently located close to Poole town centre, providing excellent connections for wider travel across the area. The coach park's position near other travel facilities makes exploring Poole and beyond effortless. You'll find plenty of amenities nearby including restaurants, shops and cafes - perfect for continuing your journey or starting your coastal adventure.

 

  

Perfect for:

Budget travellers seeking cheap London to Poole transport
Day-trippers wanting stress-free travel to Dorset's coastline
Visitors exploring Poole's harbour and surrounding attractions

 

Book your National Express coach from London to Poole today and enjoy comfortable, convenient and cheap travel to Dorset's beautiful coastal destination.

Frequently asked questions

The first coach leaves from London Victoria Coach Station at 0.30am, arriving at Poole at 3.30am.

The last coach departs from London Victoria Coach Station at 23.00pm, arriving at Poole at 02.10am.

A one-way journey from London to Poole is available from £7.50*.

Our fastest coach journeys from London to Poole is 2 hrs 50 mins.

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.

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T&C: *Limited Availability. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 26.11.2025 for travel between 26.11.2025 - 23.03.2026.
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