4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Southampton
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 44 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Southampton will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for Southampton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 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 35 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 and coach for Manchester to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 292 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £122 Average Price |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Southampton coaches for today, Thursday 1 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX120 · NX160 | Delayed 19:10 10:00Manchester, Coach Station | 7h30 | 17:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX590 · NX160 | Delayed 15:10 14:00Manchester, Coach Station | 6h50 | 20:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX424 · NX032 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 9h55 | 09:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 2 January | |||||
| 04:15 Manchester | 8h50 | 13:05 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Southampton
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Buses from Manchester to Southampton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Manchester to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Southampton with Megabus, National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
When departing from Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street. When arriving in Southampton, you can end your route in coach stations like Southampton Airport Parkway, Southampton, East Park Terrace (Solent Conference Centre) and Southampton, East Park Terrace (Sonar Cinema).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton Airport Parkway, located 4.5 miles (7.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Southampton
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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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