The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to Southampton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Norwich to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Southampton will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Norwich for Southampton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 267 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 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 coach and train for Norwich to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Norwich 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 train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 267 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Southampton coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 Norwich | 7h35 | 19:05 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Norwich | 7h05 | 22:05 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Southampton
Buses from Norwich to Southampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 267 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 267 km |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Norwich to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Southampton with 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: Norwich to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich 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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