London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Oct

Cheapest price on 20 Oct

£22

Average ticket price on 20 Oct

£26

Fastest journey on 20 Oct

4 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 20 Oct

5 h

Buses on 20 Oct

4

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

On Tue 20 Oct, we found 4 buses from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU), including 4 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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
    19:555h05
    London Stansted Airport
    1:00Southampton Central (SOU)
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    18:555h05
    London Stansted Airport
    0:00Southampton Central (SOU)
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    21:054h55
    London Stansted Airport
    2:00Southampton Central (SOU)
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    22:054h55
    London Stansted Airport
    3:00Southampton Central (SOU)
    £341One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Buses from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 3h 5m.

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 £17
Distance
159 km
Average bus duration
3h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
6:05
Last bus
21:35
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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 £17

Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX727 · NX03214:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h45
19:40 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX03215:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h45
21:00 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX728 · NX03217:15 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
22:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX728 · NX03219:25 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h10
23:35 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX03219:55 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
5h05
1:00 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX03522:35 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
4h35
3:10 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNXA8 · NX03523:50 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station
9h20
9:10 Southampton, Coach Station1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)You can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 National Express Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£19
National Express frequency
12 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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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is £45; 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 London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is 3h 5m to travel the 159 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 London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 6:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 21:35.
There are 12 coaches a day from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Southampton Central (SOU). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Stansted Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Stansted Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • 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 London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express.

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