Southampton to Bath bus with National Express

Sat 31 Jan
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Bath

Showing times and prices for 01 Feb

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

2 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 52 m

Buses per day

18

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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.

Fast coaches

To travel from Southampton to Bath you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX032 · NX403
20:304h50
Southampton, Coach Station
01:20Bath, Bus Station
£361One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX032 · NX403
05:254h35
Southampton, Coach Station
10:00Bath, Bus Station
£371One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX032 · NX403
05:404h20
Southampton, University
10:00Bath, Bus Station
£371One-way
1 change
Great Western RailGW469800 · P30173
17:102h12
Southampton Central (SOU)
19:22Bath Spa (BTH)
£401One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
17:006h40
Southampton Central (SOU)
23:40Bath, Bus Station
£411One-way
1 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 train with prices starting from £10. 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 train costs an average of £10, and a coach costs an average of £13.

Distance: 85 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£27

Average Price

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 2m

Average total duration

3h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Rail

Most popular train company

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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, Saturday 31 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus16:15 Southampton
7h40
23:55 Bath0 changesdirect
national_express19:30 Southampton
4h50
00:20 Bath0 changesdirect
Sunday 1 February
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
05:25 Southampton, Coach Station
4h35
10:00 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
05:40 Southampton, University
4h20
10:00 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
06:45 Southampton, Coach Station
5h30
12:15 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus07:15 Southampton Central (SOU)
7h35
14:50 Bath, Bus Station1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
07:45 Southampton, Coach Station
6h00
13:45 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
08:05 Southampton, University
5h40
13:45 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
09:15 Southampton, Coach Station
6h00
15:15 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
11:05 Southampton, University
6h25
17:30 Bath, Bus Station		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX403
On time
12:15 Southampton, Coach Station
5h15
17:30 Bath, Bus Station		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Bath

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Buses from Southampton to Bath run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 22:22. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 4h 22m.

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 £10
Distance
85 km
Average bus duration
3h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
15
Fastest bus
4h 22m
First bus
02:20
Last bus
22:22
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 £10

Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to BathYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Bath with National Express for as low as £10. 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
£13
National Express frequency
14 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.
Learn more about National Express

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Bath can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Bath is £27; 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 4h 22m 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 15 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.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 0 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 4h 22m 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

Southampton
Bath
The major coach station for departures in Southampton is Southampton, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton, Coach Station for your trip from Southampton to Bath.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Harbour Parade
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café Express (in the station)
  • Sandwich Bar (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the entrance.
Public transport options for Southampton, Coach Station
  • Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
Southampton, University
information
Southampton, Burgess Rd (Library)
information

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