The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Chichester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Chichester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Chichester will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Chichester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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 Chichester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Chichester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 44 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Chichester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Chichester coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 · NX200 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 02:20Southampton, University | 6h50 | 09:10 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX032 · NX201 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 02:20Southampton, University | 6h50 | 09:10 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX032 · NX025 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 05:40Southampton, University | 5h45 | 11:25 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX032 · NX210 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 05:40Southampton, University | 5h45 | 11:25 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX032 · NX201 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 08:05Southampton, University | 6h20 | 14:25 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX032 · NX210 · NX206 | Delayed 11:00 08:05Southampton, University | 6h20 | 14:25 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX206 | 08:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 10:25 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX206 | 13:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 14:30 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX032 · NX230 · NX206 | On time 13:35 Southampton, University | 7h30 | 21:05 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 2 changes | |
NX206 | 15:20 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 16:50 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX206 | 18:40 Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 20:10 Chichester, Market Road (Chi Market) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
![]() | 06:08 Southampton | 1h15 | 07:23 Chichester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Chichester
Buses from Southampton to Chichester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:44. The fastest coach covers the 44 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 44 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 22:44 |
Bus providers: First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport from Southampton to ChichesterYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Chichester with First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Chichester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Chichester 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 Chichester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Chichester
- 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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