The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Bradford
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Bradford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bradford will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 4 buses that leave Southampton for Bradford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 10 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Bradford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bradford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Bradford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bradford coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 Southampton | 10h55 | 22:05 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Southampton | 9h15 | 23:15 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Southampton | 13h25 | 05:25 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Southampton | 11h00 | 04:45 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
![]() | 06:30 Southampton | 9h35 | 16:05 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:15 Southampton | 10h05 | 18:20 Bradford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Bradford
Buses from Southampton to Bradford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:27, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 322 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:27 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to BradfordYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Bradford with National Express, Megabus for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Bradford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bradford 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 Bradford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton Airport Parkway, which is located around 4.5 miles (7.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bradford, Interchange Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Bradford
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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