The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
37 km
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.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 8 buses that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Bournemouth station (BMH) every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 37 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 45 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.
FlixBus18:150h45Southampton Central (SOU)19:00Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:250h45Southampton Central (SOU)12:10Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:050h45Southampton Central (SOU)22:50Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:350h45Southampton Central (SOU)14:20Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:500h45Southampton Central (SOU)0:35Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus18:150h45Southampton Central (SOU)19:00Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:250h45Southampton Central (SOU)12:10Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus22:050h45Southampton Central (SOU)22:50Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:350h45Southampton Central (SOU)14:20Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:500h45Southampton Central (SOU)0:35Bournemouth, Coach Station£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a ferry costs an average of £24.
Distance: 37 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price | £24 Average Price |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coaches for today, Sunday 21 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 12:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | On time 12:50 Southampton, Coach Station | 0h50 | 13:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 14:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | On time 17:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 0h50 | 18:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 19:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX160 | On time 20:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 0h50 | 21:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 22:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h45 | 0:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:16, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 37 km distance in 40m.
Distance 37 km |
Average bus duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 0:16 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH)You can travel by bus between Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 Bournemouth station (BMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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