Guildford to Southampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Southampton

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 38 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

69 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Guildford to Southampton will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford 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 69 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.

National Express
18:253h00
Guildford
21:25Southampton
£141One-way
0 changes
National Express
18:354h15
Guildford
22:50Southampton
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Guildford to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 69 km

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Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£29

Average Price

2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Live departures

Guildford to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Southampton coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:10 Guildford
3h15
21:25 Southampton0 changesdirect
national_express18:35 Guildford
4h45
23:20 Southampton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Guildford to Southampton

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Buses from Guildford to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 69 km distance in 1h 51m.

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
Distance
69 km
Average bus duration
2h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
1h 51m
First bus
00:08
Last bus
23:51
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

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South from Guildford to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Southampton with National Express, Stagecoach South for as low as £12. 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
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£12
National Express frequency
6 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.

Stagecoach South

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£7
Stagecoach South frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Guildford to Southampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Guildford to Southampton can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Guildford to Southampton is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Guildford to Southampton is 2 h 15 min   to travel the 42 mile long trip, with around there are 11 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Guildford to Southampton leaves at 00: 08. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Guildford to Southampton leaves at 19: 35.
There are 11 coaches a day from Guildford to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express or Stagecoach South. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Guildford to Southampton coach with National Express or Stagecoach South. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Guildford and Southampton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Southampton from Guildford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Guildford to Southampton is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Guildford to Southampton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Guildford to Southampton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Guildford to Southampton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Guildford to Southampton.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Guildford to Southampton.
    No, luggage for the coach from Guildford to Southampton needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Guildford to Southampton.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Guildford to Southampton.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Guildford to Southampton.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Guildford to Southampton.

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