The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Dartford
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Dartford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Dartford will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for Dartford every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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 Dartford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Dartford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Dartford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Dartford coaches for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:15 Southampton | 2h40 | 09:55 Dartford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Dartford
Buses from Southampton to Dartford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:05, the last at 21:53. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 128 km |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 04:05 |
Last bus 21:53 |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to DartfordYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Dartford with National Express for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: Southampton to Dartford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Dartford 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 Dartford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Dartford
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Southampton
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