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SeaCity Museum
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
9 h 49 m
Average duration
12 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester-le-Street to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Chester-le-Street to Southampton you need to make at least 2 changes.








The table below shows live departures for Chester-le-Street to Southampton coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:21 Chester-le-Street | 15h19 | 13:40 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:31 Chester-le-Street | 15h09 | 13:40 Southampton | 3 changes | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
![]() | 11:25 Chester-le-Street | 12h00 | 23:25 Southampton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:36 Chester-le-Street | 9h49 | 23:25 Southampton | 3 changes | |
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Take a bus from Chester-le-Street to Southampton and enjoy the approximately 440 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 16:45, the last at 17:05. The fastest coach covers the 440 km distance in 9h 49m.
Distance 440 km |
Average bus duration 12h 40m |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 49m |
First bus 16:45 |
Last bus 17:05 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.
Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.
Historic quarter of lanes, walls and vaults near the waterfront. Best for wandering between medieval sites, museums and old pubs.
Large central park popular for walks, events and green space between the civic buildings. A practical and pleasant break from shopping streets.
Waterside promenade with marina views, cafés nearby and links to old town walks. Visit for harbour scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty Hampshire stew of beef, onions and root vegetables, slowly cooked. It is a traditional county comfort dish linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Fresh crab from the nearby Solent and south coast, often served simply dressed. It is prized locally for sweet flavour and strong coastal identity.
A classic south coast catch, grilled or fried and served in local pubs and seafood spots. It reflects Southampton’s long maritime food culture.
Lively Oxford Street seafood restaurant serving fish, shellfish and British classics in an established, bustling setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant in Ocean Village with pizzas, pasta and marina views in a relaxed modern setting.
Contemporary fine dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and carefully presented plates.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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