4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Southampton
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Southampton will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Liverpool for Southampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Liverpool to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 299 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £116 Average Price |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Southampton coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Liverpool | 9h00 | 16:30 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Liverpool | 9h40 | 00:30 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:15 Liverpool | 7h45 | 02:00 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Liverpool to Southampton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:43, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 00:43 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Liverpool to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Southampton with National Express, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
Buses from Liverpool to Southampton
National Express is the main service provider for bus travel between Liverpool and Southampton. Buses start running at around 5:00 a.m. until approximately midnight, although they are more frequent in the morning / early afternoon. There is a mix of direct and indirect coaches available, with the indirect ones needing a transfer in London Victoria, Portsmouth, or Birmingham. The fastest bus takes 8 hours to reach Southampton, but average travel time is 8 hours and 30 minutes and can take as long as 11 hours for overnight trips. The departure station is Liverpool One, which is a short walk to the docks and the city centre. In Southampton, the National Express station is only 0.3 miles (400 metres) from the High Street.
FAQs: Liverpool to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Southampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
Taxis- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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