4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Southport
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Southport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Southport will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Southport 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 307 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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 train, coach and flight for London to Southport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Southport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 £7, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 307 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price | £140 Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Southport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Southport coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h55 | 20:35 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 00:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h55 | 00:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h40 | 06:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h35 | 06:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:00 London | 5h40 | 10:40 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 London | 5h30 | 16:10 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:00 London | 6h25 | 18:25 Southport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Southport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Southport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 307 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 307 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from London to SouthportYou can travel by bus between London to Southport with FlixBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Southport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Southport 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 Southport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Southport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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