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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Southampton
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Southampton will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Fast coaches
To travel from Bristol to Southampton you need to make at least one change.
NX040 · NX03220:456h15
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)03:00Southampton, Coach Station
£221One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus08:155h25
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)13:40Southampton Central (SOU)
£261One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus08:155h10
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)13:25Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
£261One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:207h00
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)23:20Southampton Central (SOU)
£371One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus16:206h45
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)23:05Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
£371One-way
1 change
NX200 · NX03204:504h30
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)09:20Southampton, Coach Station
£631One-way
1 change
NX200 · NX03215:154h45
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)20:00Southampton, Coach Station
£651One-way
1 change
NX202 · NX03208:004h50
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:50Southampton, Coach Station
£651One-way
1 change
NX200 · NX03213:004h50
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)17:50Southampton, Coach Station
£681One-way
1 change
NX200 · NX03211:004h55
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)15:55Southampton, Coach Station
£651One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 103 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Southampton bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:57
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX200 · NX032 | Delayed 15:15 04:50Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h30 | 09:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX032 | 05:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 11:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX032 | 08:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h50 | 12:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 13:40 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 13:25 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 change | |
| NX200 · NX032 | Delayed 15:15 09:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h20 | 14:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX200 · NX032 | Delayed 15:15 11:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 15:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 17:40 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 17:25 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 change | |
| NX200 · NX032 | Delayed 15:15 13:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h50 | 17:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX200 · NX032 | On time 15:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h45 | 20:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h00 | 23:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h45 | 23:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 change | |
| NX202 · NX032 | 16:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h50 | 22:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX201 · NX032 | 18:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h35 | 23:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX200 · NX032 | On time 19:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 01:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX040 · NX032 | On time 20:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h15 | 03:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bristol to Southampton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £14 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 £14
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £14
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Southampton with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 45m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bristol to Southampton coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Bristol 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 Bristol to Southampton.
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Southampton can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Southampton is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Southampton coach time is 2 h 39 min covering the 64 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bristol to Southampton leaves at 05: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Bristol to Southampton leaves at 21: 15.
There are 22 coaches a day from Bristol to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Bristol to Southampton coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Bristol to Southampton to compare what amenities they may offer.
A trip to Southampton from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Southampton is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Southampton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bristol to Southampton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
No, luggage for the coach from Bristol to Southampton needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bristol to Southampton.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Southampton
Bristol
Southampton
The major coach station for departures in Bristol is Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) for your trip from Bristol to Southampton.
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Bristol, University Queens Road
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Bristol, Airport Bus Station
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The major coach station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton, Coach Station for your trip to Southampton from Bristol.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Harbour ParadeWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Southampton, Coach Station
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
Southampton, University
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Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library)
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