The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackpool to Southampton
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Blackpool to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackpool to Southampton will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 2 buses that leave Blackpool for Southampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 343 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 343 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Blackpool to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Southampton coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:55 Blackpool | 12h05 | 00:00 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:50 Blackpool | 16h35 | 07:25 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Southampton
Buses from Blackpool to Southampton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 343 km distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 343 km |
Average bus duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: National Express from Blackpool to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Southampton with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Blackpool to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool to Southampton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Southampton
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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