The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Durham
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Durham will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for Durham 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 431 km distance in an average of 10 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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 coach and train for Southampton to Durham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£39 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Durham coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:30 Southampton | 10h05 | 04:35 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton to Durham by coach or train
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Why should you book Southampton to Durham coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Durham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Durham.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Durham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Durham.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Durham
Buses from Southampton to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 431 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 431 km |
Average bus duration 9h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Southampton to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Durham with National Express, Megabus for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Durham
- 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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