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Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 265 km

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£22

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Cheapest

£67

Average Price

7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

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Additional time*

4h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 38m

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Live departures

Lincoln to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Southampton coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express9:00 Lincoln
9h00
18:00 Southampton0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Lincoln to Southampton by coach or train

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Why should you book Lincoln to Southampton coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Lincoln to Southampton.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lincoln to Southampton.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lincoln to Southampton.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln to Southampton.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lincoln to Southampton

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Buses from Lincoln to Southampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:27, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 265 km distance in 9h 0m.

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
265 km
Average bus duration
7h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
9h 0m
First bus
6:27
Last bus
21:40
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
28 days
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 from Lincoln to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Lincoln to Southampton with National Express for as low as £17. 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
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
4 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.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Lincoln to Southampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Southampton can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Southampton is 9h 0m to travel the 265 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lincoln to Southampton leaves at 6:27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lincoln to Southampton leaves at 21:40.
There are 4 coaches a day from Lincoln to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Lincoln to Southampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lincoln and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Lincoln , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park . When arriving in Southampton , you can end your route in coach stations like Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, University.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Southampton from Lincoln is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lincoln to Southampton is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lincoln and Southampton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Lincoln to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Lincoln to Southampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Lincoln to Southampton depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Lincoln to Southampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Lincoln to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Lincoln to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lincoln to Southampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Lincoln to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Lincoln to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Lincoln to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Southampton

Most Lincoln to Southampton buses use the Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park to Southampton, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton, University. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Southampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Lincoln
Arrival bus stations in Southampton

Which Lincoln station do buses to Southampton leave from?

Buses from Lincoln to Southampton leave from Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park. The station is from Lincoln city centre at Lincoln, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park from Lincoln city centre

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Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park bus station facilities and services

Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park. ATMs are available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.

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