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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Dover

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Cheapest price

£23

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

7 h 15 m

Average duration

7 h 43 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Dover is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton to Dover will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.

Fast coaches

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

National ExpressNX032 · NX007
18:307h15
Southampton, Coach Station
01:45Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
£231One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX032 · NX007
10:057h30
Southampton, Coach Station
17:35Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
£261One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX032 · NX007
13:308h40
Southampton, Coach Station
22:10Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
£301One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX032 · NX007
05:357h25
Southampton, Coach Station
13:00Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)
£301One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Southampton to Dover

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Dover 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 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 191 km

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Coach
Train

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£35

Average Price

6h 29m

Average total duration

5h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Southampton to Dover bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Dover coaches for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express18:00 Southampton
7h00
01:00 Dover0 changesdirect
Tuesday 20 January
national_expressNX032 · NX007
On time
05:35 Southampton, Coach Station
7h25
13:00 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX007
On time
10:05 Southampton, Coach Station
7h30
17:35 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX007
On time
13:30 Southampton, Coach Station
8h40
22:10 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)		1 change
national_expressNX032 · NX007
On time
18:30 Southampton, Coach Station
7h15
01:45 Dover, Pencester Road (Town Centre)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Dover

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Buses from Southampton to Dover run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:28. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 7h 0m.

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
Distance
191 km
Average bus duration
5h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
7h 0m
First bus
04:30
Last bus
20:28
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

Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to DoverYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Dover with National Express for as low as £13. 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
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
£13
National Express frequency
4 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.
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FAQs: Southampton to Dover coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Dover 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 Dover, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Dover can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Dover is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Southampton to Dover coach time is 6 h 35 min   covering the 118 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Southampton to Dover leaves at 05: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Southampton to Dover leaves at 18: 20.
There are 4 coaches a day from Southampton to Dover which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Southampton to Dover you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Southampton and Dover on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Southampton to Dover by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Dover from Southampton including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Southampton to Dover has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Dover.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Southampton to Dover.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Dover.
    No, luggage for the coach from Southampton to Dover needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Southampton to Dover.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Dover.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Dover.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Southampton to Dover.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Dover

    Southampton
    Dover
    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 Dover.
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    TaxisTaxis
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    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
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