Southampton Airport to London bus with National Express

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  • National Express
    2:202h30
    Southampton Airport
    4:50London
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    7:152h40
    Southampton Airport
    9:55London
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    5:252h50
    Southampton Airport
    8:15London
    £151One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Southampton Airport to London

The cheapest option from Southampton Airport to London is coach, with an average price of £13. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport to London among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 106 km

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£13

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Cheapest option

£30

Average Price

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 11m

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Live departures

Southampton Airport to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport to London coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express2:20 Southampton Airport
2h30
4:50 London0 changesdirect
FlixBus5:25 Southampton Airport
2h50
8:15 London0 changesdirect
FlixBus7:15 Southampton Airport
2h40
9:55 London0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Southampton Airport to London by train or coach

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Why should you book Southampton Airport to London coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Southampton Airport to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton Airport to London

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Typically, there are 21 buses per day from Southampton Airport to London, including 19 direct buses, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 106 km distance in 1h 55m.

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
106 km
Average bus duration
2h 18m
Lowest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
19
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
2:20
Last bus
17:00
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Bus providers: National Express from Southampton Airport to LondonYou can travel by bus between Southampton Airport to London with National Express for as low as £6. 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 Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
8 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.

FAQs: Southampton Airport to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Southampton Airport to London leaves at 2:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton Airport to London leaves at 17:00.
Yes, there are 19 direct coaches a day from Southampton Airport to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton Airport to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton Airport and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton Airport to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton Airport and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton Airport to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton Airport to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton Airport to London 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 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 Southampton Airport to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton Airport to London:
  • 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 Southampton Airport to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton Airport to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton Airport to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton Airport to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton Airport to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Airport and London

Most Southampton Airport to London buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, York Road (London Eye). Use this guide to compare Southampton Airport and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Southampton
Arrival bus stations in London
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 14m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 16m · £2 · every ~46 min
24 · 23m · £2 · every ~25 min
390 · 31m · £2 · every ~26 min
A8 · 33m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)London Hammersmith Bridge Road, Black's Road 1-5, W6 9DT
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre

BusN9 · 24m · £2 · every ~4 min
702 · 31m · £2 · every ~5 min
N9 · 31m · £2 · every ~4 min
N97 · 33m · £33 · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 19m · £5 · every ~91 min

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