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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salisbury to Southampton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
Cheapest price on 01 Nov
£12
Average ticket price on 01 Nov
£12
Fastest journey on 01 Nov
57 m
Average journey duration on 01 Nov
57 m
Buses on 01 Nov
4
Distance
33 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Salisbury to Southampton will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

To travel from Salisbury to Southampton you need to make at least one change.

  • South Western RailwayL84096 · SW761500
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL84101 · SW761400
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL84091 · SW761800
    1 change
  • South Western RailwayL84106 · SW000000
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Salisbury to Southampton

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Buses from Salisbury to Southampton run on average 1 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 50m.

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 £7
Distance
33 km
Average bus duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
0:01
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
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 £7

Frequently asked questions about your Salisbury to Southampton trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Salisbury to Southampton.

Cheap coach tickets from Salisbury to Southampton can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Salisbury to Southampton is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Salisbury to Southampton leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Salisbury to Southampton leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Salisbury to Southampton with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Salisbury to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Salisbury to Southampton coaches for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
South Western Railway12:56 Salisbury
0h57
13:53 Southampton0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: National Express from Salisbury to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Salisbury to Southampton with National Express for as low as £7. 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
50m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
National Express frequency
1 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Salisbury and Southampton

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Salisbury to Southampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Salisbury and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Salisbury to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Salisbury to Southampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Salisbury to Southampton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Salisbury to Southampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Salisbury to Southampton:
  • 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 Salisbury to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Salisbury to Southampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Salisbury to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Salisbury to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Salisbury to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.

Complete guide to Southampton

Things to do in Southampton

Discover the best of Southampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southampton trip today.

  • Must visit

SeaCity Museum

Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.

  • Recommended

Tudor House and Garden

Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.

  • Recommended

Southampton City Art Gallery

Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Salisbury to Southampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury 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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salisbury and Southampton including taking a train and coach.
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popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Salisbury and Southampton

Most Salisbury to Southampton buses use the Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) to Southampton, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Salisbury and Southampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Salisbury
Arrival bus stations in Southampton

Which Salisbury station do buses to Southampton leave from?

Buses from Salisbury to Southampton leave from Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach). The station is from Salisbury city centre at Salisbury Castle St, Salisbury SP1 3TB, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) from Salisbury city centre

BusX4, R7, Pr7, X5, 201, 8, Pr11 · 2m · £2 · every ~20 min

Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) bus station facilities and services

Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach). ATMs are available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach): Wheelchair accessible platform and facilities.

Bus stations for Salisbury to Southampton

Check bus stations information for Salisbury and Southampton, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.

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