Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept

Cheapest price on 07 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 07 Sept

£46

Fastest journey on 07 Sept

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 07 Sept

2 h 32 m

Buses on 07 Sept

34

Distance

95 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

On Mon 07 Sept, we found 34 buses from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 95 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m 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 30 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.

  • National ExpressNX160
    15:351h55
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    17:30Southampton, Coach Station
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX160
    19:151h35
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    20:50Southampton, Coach Station
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX160
    10:302h10
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    12:40Southampton, Coach Station
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressOLOXT · NX032
    23:0010h10
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    9:10Southampton, University
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressTALHR · NX032
    20:153h35
    Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    23:50Southampton, University
    £461One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 95 km

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Most popular
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Driving

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£16

Average Price

£23

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU):

A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £16.

The fastest way to travel from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 33m.

Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, Megabus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) coaches for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressTALGW · NX0325:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
9:30 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0325:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
9:10 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0325:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
9:30 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0325:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
9:10 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0327:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
11:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX0327:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
11:00 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0329:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
13:30 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX0329:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h40
13:30 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressNX16010:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
2h10
12:40 Southampton, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressTALHR · NX03210:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
14:50 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03210:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
14:50 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03212:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
16:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03212:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
16:00 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03212:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
16:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03212:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h30
16:00 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03213:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
17:50 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03213:50 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h00
17:50 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03215:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
19:20 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03215:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
19:20 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressNX16015:35 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h55
17:30 Southampton, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressTALGW · NX03216:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
20:40 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALGW · NX03216:30 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
20:40 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03217:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
21:30 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03217:20 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h10
21:30 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressNX16019:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
1h35
20:50 Southampton, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressTALHR · NX03220:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
0:05 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03220:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
23:50 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03220:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h50
0:05 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03220:15 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
23:50 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03221:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
2:45 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03221:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
1:30 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03221:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
4h50
2:45 Southampton, University1 change
National ExpressTALHR · NX03221:55 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
3h35
1:30 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressOLOXT · NX03223:00 Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
10h10
9:10 Southampton, University1 change

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National Express as well as Megabus or Oxford Bus Company offer coaches services from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Oxford Bus Company to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Buses from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £8 by train.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:30, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 95 km distance in 1h 35m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8
Distance
95 km
Average bus duration
1h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
17
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 35m
First bus
9:30
Last bus
18:15
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £8

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Oxford Bus Company from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)You can travel by bus between Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) with National Express, Megabus, Oxford Bus Company for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£16
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Oxford Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Oxford Bus Company Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Oxford Bus Company Price
£36
Oxford Bus Company frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 1h 35m to travel the 95 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 9:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 18:15.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) with National Express, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU), you can count on National Express, Megabus, Oxford Bus Company for the best way to get you to Southampton Central (SOU). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Southampton Central (SOU) from Oxford station (OXF) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) for coach company National Express, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU):
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus.

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