The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Southampton
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Southampton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sheffield 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 276 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 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 train and coach for Sheffield to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield 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 53m. 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 £38.
Distance: 276 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m 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
Sheffield to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Southampton coaches for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:45 Sheffield | 8h15 | 00:00 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Sheffield | 8h00 | 02:00 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 5 December | |||||
![]() | 11:50 Sheffield | 8h00 | 19:50 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Southampton
Buses from Sheffield to Southampton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 276 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 276 km |
Average bus duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sheffield to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Southampton with National Express, Megabus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sheffield to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Southampton
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
- 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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