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Poole to Cardiff Bus

from £23.48

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Min. trip duration

7 hr 0 mins

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Min. distance

249 miles

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From £23.48

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Bus stations and stops in Poole

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Frequently asked questions

Coach tickets from Poole to Cardiff start from £23.48. For the best fares, book early or choose midweek departures.
The route between Poole and Cardiff generally takes about 7 hours by coach and covers approximately 250 miles.
On the coach from Poole to Cardiff, you can bring one carry-on (30x42x18 cm, up to 7 kg) and one checked bag (50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg) at no extra cost. Need more? You can add extra luggage or a bicycle when you book. For full details, check our luggage page.
The first coach service from Poole to Cardiff is at 03:00.
The day's last coach departure from Poole to Cardiff is set for 15:15.
No need to print your ticket. Just show the QR code from your confirmation email or the FlixBus app to the driver when you board your coach from Poole to Cardiff.
FlixBus operates 1 coach stop in Poole and 1 coach stop in Cardiff. Check the map above to find your pickup and drop-off points.
All coaches from Poole to Cardiff are wheelchair accessible and equipped with boarding assistance. Service animals are welcome on board, and wheelchairs, walking aids, and other mobility devices travel free of charge. For full details, check our accessibility services page.
Coaches from Poole to Cardiff come with free Wi-Fi, power outlets, extra legroom, and onboard toilets. You can also reserve a seat during booking, subject to availability. For the full list, check our onboard services page.

Coaches to Cardiff from Poole: everything you need to know

  • Bus ticket price: you can travel between Poole and Cardiff starting from £23.48.
  • Average duration: the bus from Poole to Cardiff lasts approximately 7 hours.
  • Distance covered: the distance between Poole and Cardiff is 250 miles, with some variation depending on the bus route and intermediate stops.
  • Poole to Cardiff bus schedules: to check coach departure times between Poole and Cardiff, select your travel data to view all available journeys, including timetables and prices. You’ll then be shown every available trip option with full schedules and fares. You can do this by using the selector at the top of the page or via the interactive map.
  • Bus departure frequency: about 7 departures per day.
  • Bus departure and drop off points: in Poole, there is a singular coach stop: Poole Seldown Coach Station (Stand 2). As for Cardiff, it's served by a single stop: Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens). You can locate the FlixBus stops on the map above on this page.
  • Weekend trips: with FlixBus, you can depart Poole on Friday and return on Sunday for a perfect weekend getaway in Cardiff.