Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 38 m
Buses on 18 Sept
16
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 14 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
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NX032Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 110 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £21 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A coach is £12 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £21.
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 55m.
Coach takes on average 2h 40m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX032 | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 12:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 14:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 15:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 17:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 20:10 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 21:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 22:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 23:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 1:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX030 · NX032 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h01 | 3:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX032 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h01 | 3:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
NX032 | 0:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 3:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 110 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 110 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 5:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) 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.

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