The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Cheltenham
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Cheltenham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Cheltenham will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
To travel from Southampton to Cheltenham you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train and coach for Southampton to Cheltenham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Cheltenham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 120 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Cheltenham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Cheltenham coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h40 | 13:55 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 8h50 | 19:40 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 8h30 | 19:40 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h35 | 23:35 Cheltenham | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 6h20 | 23:35 Cheltenham | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Cheltenham
Buses from Southampton to Cheltenham run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 120 km |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to CheltenhamYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Cheltenham with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Cheltenham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station, located 0.4 miles (562 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Cheltenham
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
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