Cheapest month
Up to 39%The cheapest time to travel is February (€16.96); the most expensive is May (€23.60).
Basingstoke to Poole Bus
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- Lowest price from €18.89
- Average duration 2h 11m
- Connections per day 51
- Distance 88 km
- CO₂ per person 8 kg
bus from Basingstoke to Poole
The journey from Basingstoke to Poole is about 88 km. On average a bus trip takes 2h 11m with 51 connections per day.
| Lowest price | €18.89 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 2h 11m |
| Connections per day | 51 |
| Lowest price | €18.89 |
| Highest price | €39.38 |
| First departure | 09:39 AM |
| Last departure | 09:59 PM |
| Distance | 88 km |
| Departure | Basingstoke |
| Arrival | Poole |
| Travel operator | National Express, South Western Railway National Express, South Western Railway |
When to book from Basingstoke to Poole
These tips come from historical prices — how the average fare changes with how far ahead you book and the month you travel.
What historical fares show
Short takeaways based on median fares from Virail searches on this route — useful for seasonality and longer-run trends.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, February is typically the cheapest month to travel from Basingstoke to Poole by bus, with medians around €16.96 versus about €23.60 in May (roughly a 39% swing).
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Carriers on this route
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National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise.
South Western Railway (SWR) is a train operating company in the United Kingdom that operates passenger services in South West England and parts of Southern England. It was formed in 2017 as a result of the merger of South West Trains and the Island Line Trains. SWR operates services to major cities such as London, Bristol, Southampton, and Portsmouth, as well as smaller towns and villages in the region. The company operates a fleet of modern trains, including electric and diesel multiple units, and provides a range of ticketing options, including season tickets, advance purchase tickets, and flexible fares. SWR is owned by FirstGroup and MTR Corporation.
Facility description
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Facilities Description
Luggage
National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.
Food and drink
Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.
Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.
Power sockets
USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.
Accessibility
Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 6.16kg
bus 6.6kg
flight 17.6kg
carpool 14.08kg
FAQ
A bus ticket from Basingstoke to Poole costs €32.49. Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from €18.89.
The cheapest ticket from Basingstoke to Poole costs €18.89. Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Basingstoke and Poole are 88 km apart.
The journey from Basingstoke to Poole takes about 2h 11m on average. The fastest option takes 1h 53m.
This route is served by 2 operators: National Express and South Western Railway.
There are about 51 connections per day from Basingstoke to Poole.
The first bus from Basingstoke to Poole leaves at 09:39 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last bus from Basingstoke to Poole leaves at 09:59 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The bus we found costs €18.89 but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Basingstoke to Poole.
The shortest bus journey between Basingstoke and Poole takes 1h 53m.
Yes, there is a direct bus between Basingstoke and Poole.
The bus journey from Basingstoke to Poole generates 8 kg of CO₂.
According to Virail’s historical fare data, February is typically the cheapest month, with medians around €16.96, while May is among the most expensive (about €23.60).