The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle to Southampton
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Southampton will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newcastle for Southampton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 453 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 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, train and flight for Newcastle to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 453 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price | £172 Average Price |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Southampton coaches for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:50 Newcastle | 11h45 | 22:35 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 Newcastle | 11h30 | 00:00 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 Newcastle | 11h45 | 01:30 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle to Southampton
Buses from Newcastle to Southampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 453 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 453 km |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Newcastle to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Newcastle to Southampton with National Express, Megabus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street, which is located around 0.2 miles (436 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 Newcastle and Southampton
- 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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