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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Southampton

Showing times and prices for 13 May

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

50 m

Buses per day

Distance

39 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 15 buses that leave Bournemouth for Southampton every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 50 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.

NX205

15:500h55

Bournemouth, Coach Station

16:45Southampton, Coach Station

£71One-way

0 changes

NX205

03:200h50

Bournemouth, Coach Station

04:10Southampton, Coach Station

£71One-way

0 changes

NX205

17:201h00

Bournemouth, Coach Station

18:20Southampton, Coach Station

£71One-way

0 changes

NX160

11:100h50

Bournemouth, Coach Station

12:00Southampton, Coach Station

£71One-way

0 changes

NX160

07:451h00

Bournemouth, Coach Station

08:45Southampton, Coach Station

£71One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg.

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Coach	Most popular Train
£8 Average Price Cheapest	£8 Average Price
1h 25m average duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 2m average duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bournemouth to Southampton bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 May

Last updated at 12:10

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
NX205	02:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	03:10 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	03:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	04:10 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	04:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	05:30 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	05:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	06:35 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX160	06:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1h00	07:45 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	07:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station	1h05	08:20 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	08:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	09:20 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	09:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	10:40 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX160	10:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	11:00 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect
NX205	11:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station	0h50	11:50 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Southampton

United Kingdom

Buses from Bournemouth to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £5

Distance

39 km

Average bus duration

55m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

50m

First bus

07:00

Last bus

22:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £5

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and South Western Railway Bournemouth to Southampton

You can travel by coach to Southampton from Bournemouth with National Express, Megabus and South Western Railway for as low as £5. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach between Bournemouth and Southampton, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Coach information from Bournemouth to Southampton with National Express:

Average Duration: 45 min
Cheapest Price: £7
National Express frequency: 2 a day

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Coach information from Bournemouth to Southampton with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 29 min
Cheapest Price: £5
South Western Railway frequency: 20 a day

Buses From Bournemouth To Southampton

National Express offer multiple, daily services from Bournemouth Coach Station to Southampton Coach Station, with the first coach departing at 5:30 a.m. and the last coach departing at 19:05 p.m. The journey takes approximately 50 minutes.

What Are The Departure And Arrival Stations For Buses From Bournemouth To Southampton?

Bournemouth Coach Station: Bournemouth Coach Station is located in Coach House Place, which is situated in central Bournemouth. The city's shops and attractions are less than 10 minutes walk from the station, nonetheless, the A1, 4A, B and C routes from the station serve the city centre route. Taxis are also available at the station.

Southampton Coach Station: Southampton Coach Station is situated in Harbour Parade, less than five minutes walk from the town centre. However, taxis are available outside of the station. Southampton Coach Station also serves the routes for the surrounding areas.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Southampton coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Bournemouth to Southampton with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to Southampton.

Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Southampton is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bournemouth to Southampton coach time is 50 min covering the 24 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Bournemouth to Southampton leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Bournemouth to Southampton leaves at 22: 35.

There are 6 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express, Megabus or Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

For the trip from Bournemouth to Southampton you can take a coach with National Express, Megabus or Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Bournemouth to Southampton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bournemouth, Coach Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Southampton from Bournemouth is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bournemouth to Southampton by coach is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Southampton from Bournemouth including taking a train or coach.

No, the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bournemouth to Southampton, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

No, luggage for the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bournemouth to Southampton.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Southampton

Bournemouth

Southampton

The major coach station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Southampton.

Bournemouth, Coach Station

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