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No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside a Georgian town house, showing period rooms and city life in Bath during the 18th century.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Bath
Showing times and prices for 05 Aug
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
85 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bath will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Fast coaches
To travel from Southampton to Bath you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:054h50Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)15:55Bath, Bus Station£331One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus16:405h50Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)22:30Bath, Bus Station£331One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:055h20Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)20:25Bath, Bus Station£331One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:206h05Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)10:25Bath, Bus Station£381One-way1 change
NX032 · NX40320:304h55Southampton, Coach Station1:25Bath, Bus Station£641One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX40318:454h15Southampton, University23:00Bath, Bus Station£641One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX40318:304h30Southampton, Coach Station23:00Bath, Bus Station£641One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:054h50Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)15:55Bath, Bus Station£331One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX40312:354h50Southampton, University17:25Bath, Bus Station£721One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX40320:304h55Southampton, Coach Station1:25Bath, Bus Station£641One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 85 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bath coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 6h05 | 10:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 5:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h45 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 5:50 Southampton, University | 5h30 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 4h50 | 15:55 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 12:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 17:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 12:35 Southampton, University | 4h50 | 17:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 15:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 5h40 | 20:40 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 5h20 | 20:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 15:20 Southampton, University | 5h20 | 20:40 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 5h50 | 22:30 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 18:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h30 | 23:00 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 18:45 Southampton, University | 4h15 | 23:00 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX403 | 20:30 Southampton, Coach Station | 4h55 | 1:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Bath
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 22:22. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 2h 18m.
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 85 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 2h 18m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 22:22 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 to BathYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Bath with National Express for as low as £14. 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
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£14
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.
Complete guide to Bath
Things to do in Bath
Discover the best of Bath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bath trip today.
- Recommended
Fashion Museum Bath
Independent museum of fashion history, dress and changing style, now presented in temporary exhibitions in central Bath.
- Recommended
The Jane Austen Centre
Compact museum dedicated to Jane Austen’s years in Bath, with period displays, costume and context for her novels.
- Must visit
Royal Crescent
Sweeping semicircular terrace and lawn, ideal for architecture lovers, photographs and a classic Bath city walk.
- Recommended
Royal Victoria Park
Large public park with gardens, walks, play areas and seasonal events, a pleasant green space near the city centre.
- Recommended
Alexandra Park
Steep hillside viewpoint giving one of Bath’s finest panoramas, especially rewarding at sunrise or sunset.
- Vegetarian
Bath Bun
A soft round bun filled with currants, candied peel and sugar. Closely associated with Bath tea drinking since the 18th century.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver
A lighter, brioche-like sweet bun topped with crushed sugar and currants. A long-standing Bath speciality linked to spa visitors and Georgian tea rooms.
- Vegetarian
Bath Oliver Biscuit
A hard, dry biscuit traditionally served with wine or cheese. Created in Bath as a refined alternative to richer buns for spa guests.
Menu Gordon Jones
Smart but welcoming bistro focused on seasonal British cooking with a regularly changing menu and neighbourhood feel.
Olive Tree Restaurant
Refined restaurant serving modern British tasting menus in intimate, polished surroundings near the centre of Bath.
The Boater
Popular pub by Pulteney Bridge serving well-kept beers and hearty British food in a lively, traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Bath is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs in the centre, though buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is standard for good service. Round up for taxis. Café tipping is optional.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.40
- Day pass
- £6.50
To the city centre
Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey, Bath
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Most Bath buses accept contactless payment; First Bus Tap On, Tap Off caps adult bus travel at the day ticket price.
- Bath Spa railway station and the historic centre are walkable from Bath Bus Station, so you may not need a bus for central sights.
FAQs: Southampton to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Bath can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Bath is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Southampton to Bath is 2h 18m to travel the 85 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Southampton to Bath leaves at 2:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Bath leaves at 22:22.
There are 16 coaches a day from Southampton to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton to Bath, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Southampton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, University, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) . When arriving in Bath , you can end your route in coach stations like Bath, Bus Station, Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road, Chippenham, Town Bridge, Corsham, Bath Rd, Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bath, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bath from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Bath is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Bath including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Bath:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Bath for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Bath 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 to Bath.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Bath:
- 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 to Bath:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Bath.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Bath with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Bath with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Bath with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bath
Most Southampton to Bath buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Bath 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 Bath
Which Southampton station do buses to Bath leave from?
Buses from Southampton to Bath leave from Southampton, Coach Station. The station is from Southampton city centre at Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Coach StationHarbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre
BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min
Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Southampton, 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: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Southampton, University
City-centre transport
Getting to Southampton, University from Southampton city centre
BusU2b, U2 · 11m · £2 · every ~6 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 25m · £2 · every ~37 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 29m · £2 · every ~37 min
Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library)
City-centre transport
Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library) from Southampton city centre
BusU2b, U2 · 13m · £2 · every ~6 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 24m · £2 · every ~37 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 28m · £2 · every ~37 min
Which Bath station do buses from Southampton arrive at?
Buses from Southampton to Bath most often arrive at Bath, Bus Station. Some services arrive at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bath arrival station.
Bath, Bus StationSouthgate Street, Bath BA1 1TP, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Bath, Bus Station from Bath city centre
Bus1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
Bath, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road
City-centre transport
Getting to Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road from Bath city centre
Bus779 · 6m
271, X31, 228, 272, 273, X83, 231 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
13 · 11m · £2 · every ~9 min
13 · 13m · £2 · every ~9 min
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