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Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) bus with National Express

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Cheap coach tickets from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)

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Cheapest

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

National Express
20:150h50
Southampton Central (SOU)
21:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:150h50
Southampton Central (SOU)
22:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
08:250h40
Southampton Central (SOU)
09:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£81One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
01:200h45
Southampton Central (SOU)
02:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£161One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
01:221h37
Southampton Central (SOU)
02:59Bournemouth station (BMH)
£161One-way
0 changes

Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday 14 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
National ExpressNational Express20:15 Southampton Central (SOU)0h50 21:05 Bournemouth station (BMH)0 changesDirect
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway01:22 Southampton Central (SOU)1h37 02:59 Bournemouth station (BMH)0 changesDirect
National ExpressNational Express21:15 Southampton Central (SOU)0h50 22:05 Bournemouth station (BMH)0 changesDirect
South Western RailwaySouth Western Railway01:20 Southampton Central (SOU)0h45 02:05 Bournemouth station (BMH)0 changesDirect
National ExpressNational Express08:25 Southampton Central (SOU)0h40 09:05 Bournemouth station (BMH)0 changesDirect

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Bus times from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)

Showing times and prices for 14 Feb

Fastest Journey

40 m

Average

56 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

37 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Bournemouth station (BMH) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

National Express
08:250h40
Southampton Central (SOU)
09:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£81One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
01:200h45
Southampton Central (SOU)
02:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£161One-way
0 changes
National Express
20:150h50
Southampton Central (SOU)
21:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:150h50
Southampton Central (SOU)
22:05Bournemouth station (BMH)
£71One-way
0 changes
South Western Railway
01:221h37
Southampton Central (SOU)
02:59Bournemouth station (BMH)
£161One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)

Buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
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 £4
Distance
37 km
Average bus duration
59m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Bus providers
3
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
00:52
Last bus
21:15
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 £4

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and South Western Railway Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)

For as little as £5 you can travel by coach between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth station (BMH) with National Express, Megabus and South Western Railway. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth station (BMH), you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: £6
  • National Express frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach time is 45 min   covering the 23 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) leaves at 00: 19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) leaves at 23: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) without having to change trains with National Express. There are 3 direct coaches from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Bournemouth station (BMH) from Southampton Central (SOU) is worth doing with a journey time of 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth station (BMH) including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth station (BMH)

Southampton
Bournemouth
The major coach station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Bournemouth.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Public transport options for Southampton Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
The major coach station for arrivals in Bournemouth is Bournemouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth for your trip to Bournemouth from Southampton.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transport options for Bournemouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.

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