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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford to Southampton

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

3 h

Buses per day

Distance

95 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Oxford to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Southampton will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 25 buses that leave Oxford 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 95 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.

Cheapest

16:051h55

Oxford

18:00Southampton, Coach Station

£81One-way

0 changes

2nd Cheapest

11:051h35

Oxford

12:40Southampton, Coach Station

£111One-way

0 changes

11:054h40

Oxford

15:45Southampton, University

£201One-way

1 change

04:004h25

Oxford

08:25Southampton, Coach Station

£301One-way

1 change

13:005h40

Oxford

18:40Southampton, University

£321One-way

1 change

Oxford to Southampton bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
National Express OLOXT National ExpressOLOXT	04:00 Oxford	4h25	08:25 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	05:10 Oxford	3h45	08:55 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	05:10 Oxford	4h05	09:15 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express OLOXT National ExpressOLOXT	05:20 Oxford	5h10	10:30 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	06:30 Oxford	3h55	10:25 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	07:30 Oxford	4h00	11:30 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	07:30 Oxford	4h20	11:50 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	09:50 Oxford	4h20	14:10 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express NX160 National ExpressNX160	11:05 Oxford	1h35	12:40 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX160 National ExpressNX160	11:05 Oxford	4h40	15:45 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	11:30 Oxford	4h00	15:30 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	12:30 Oxford	4h05	16:35 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	12:30 Oxford	4h25	16:55 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express OLOXT National ExpressOLOXT	13:00 Oxford	5h40	18:40 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	15:00 Oxford	3h50	18:50 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express NX160 National ExpressNX160	16:05 Oxford	1h55	18:00 Southampton, Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	16:10 Oxford	4h15	20:25 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	16:50 Oxford	4h35	21:25 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	16:50 Oxford	4h55	21:45 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	18:30 Oxford	4h20	22:50 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express OLOXT National ExpressOLOXT	18:50 Oxford	5h00	23:50 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	20:15 Oxford	3h55	00:10 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALHR National ExpressTALHR	20:15 Oxford	4h15	00:30 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	21:15 Oxford	4h05	01:20 Southampton, University	1 change
National Express TALGW National ExpressTALGW	21:15 Oxford	4h20	01:35 Southampton, Coach Station	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford to Southampton

Buses from Oxford to Southampton run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

94 km

Average bus duration

1h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

1h 35m

First bus

11:05

Last bus

19:15

Price information

Coach companies: National Express and Megabus Oxford to Southampton

Find the best coaches between Oxford and Southampton with Omio's travel partners National Express and Megabus from £7. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Oxford - Southampton coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Oxford to Southampton coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: £8
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Oxford to Southampton coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Oxford to Southampton with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Southampton.

Cheap coach tickets from Oxford to Southampton can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford to Southampton is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time to Southampton from Oxford is on average 1 h 25 min for the 58 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Oxford and Southampton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Oxford to Southampton leaves at 02: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Oxford to Southampton leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Oxford to Southampton without having to change trains with Megabus. There are 5 direct coaches from Oxford to Southampton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Oxford to Southampton, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Oxford to Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) 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.

A day trip to Southampton from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford to Southampton is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Southampton from Oxford including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Southampton

Oxford

Southampton

The major coach station for departures in Oxford is Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station for your trip from Oxford to Southampton.

Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station Wifi

Amenities at bus station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

Address

Gloucester Green, Oxford OX1 2BU, United Kingdom

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00

Car connection

George Street

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi

Dining

Café Nero (in the station)
The Four Candles (0.2 km)
The White Rabbit (0.3 km).

Taxis

Available outside the main entrance.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps

Available near the waiting area.

Public transport options for Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station

Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 31, 35, 36, 40, 41, 44, 46, 63, 66, 70, 77, 100, 280, 500, S1, S2, S3, S5, S8, S9, X3, X13, X32, X39, X40, X90