Southampton to Longford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Longford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£23

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 15 m

Buses on 18 Sept

22

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Longford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 22 buses from Southampton to Longford, including 22 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 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 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:201h15
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    5:35London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:201h25
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    5:45London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:251h30
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    7:55London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:251h15
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    7:40London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:051h30
    Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
    16:35London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    £201One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Southampton to Longford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £83.

Distance: 92 km

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Driving

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£83

Average Price

£130

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

2h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Longford is a coach with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Longford:

A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Longford costing on average £83.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Longford is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Longford take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 26m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Longford including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £130 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £106. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Southampton to Longford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Longford coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX0322:05 Southampton, Coach Station
1h50
3:55 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0324:15 Southampton, Coach Station
1h40
5:55 Longford0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:20 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h25
5:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:20 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h15
5:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0325:35 Southampton, Coach Station
1h55
7:30 Longford0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h15
7:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h30
7:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0327:00 Southampton, Coach Station
2h10
9:10 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0328:45 Southampton, Coach Station
1h55
10:40 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03210:05 Southampton, Coach Station
1h55
12:00 Longford0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h15
12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h30
12:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03212:15 Southampton, Coach Station
1h55
14:10 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03213:30 Southampton, Coach Station
2h10
15:40 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03215:00 Southampton, Coach Station
2h00
17:00 Longford0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h15
16:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h30
16:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03216:30 Southampton, Coach Station
2h10
18:40 Longford0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h15
18:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 50 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:05 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)
1h30
18:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03218:30 Southampton, Coach Station
1h50
20:20 Longford0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03220:30 Southampton, Coach Station
1h50
22:20 Longford0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Southampton to Longford coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as FlixBus or Megabus offer coaches services from Southampton to Longford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to Longford.

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 FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Longford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Longford.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Longford.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Longford

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Buses from Southampton to Longford run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 1h 15m.

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
92 km
Average bus duration
3h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Buses per day
27
Direct buses
26
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
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, FlixBus from Southampton to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Longford with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£11
FlixBus frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 National Express Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
£17
National Express frequency
13 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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Things to do in Longford

Discover the best of Longford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Longford trip today.

  • Recommended

Longford County Museum

County museum with local history displays, artefacts and changing exhibitions that introduce Longford’s people and heritage.

The Mall Gallery

Small gallery and arts space presenting contemporary exhibitions, events and community-focused creative work in the town centre.

Backstage Theatre Gallery

Cultural centre with exhibition spaces and visual arts programming, useful for seeing current local and regional creative work.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK: chain hotels near Heathrow raise stays, but casual dining and local transport are fairly typical for Greater London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Southampton to Longford coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Longford can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Longford is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Southampton to Longford is 1h 15m to travel the 92 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Southampton to Longford leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Longford leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 27 direct coaches a day from Southampton to Longford with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton to Longford, you can count on National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for the best way to get you to Longford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Longford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Southampton , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), Southampton, University . When arriving in Longford , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Longford from Southampton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Longford is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Longford including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Longford:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Longford for coach company National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Longford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Longford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Longford:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Longford:
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Southampton to Longford. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Longford with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Longford

Most Southampton to Longford buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Longford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Southampton
Arrival bus stations in Longford

Which Southampton station do buses to Longford leave from?

Buses from Southampton to Longford leave from Southampton, Coach Station. The station is from Southampton city centre at Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Coach StationHarbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min

Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)University Rd, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) from Southampton city centre

Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) is 3 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

BusU2b, U2 · 13m · £2 · every ~6 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 24m · £2 · every ~37 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 28m · £2 · every ~37 min

Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) bus station facilities and services

Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University). ATMs are available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University): Bus stop is accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Southampton, UniversityUniversity Rd, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, University from Southampton city centre

Southampton, University is 3 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:

BusU2b, U2 · 11m · £2 · every ~6 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 25m · £2 · every ~37 min
U1a, U1n, U1e · 29m · £2 · every ~37 min

Southampton, University bus station facilities and services

Southampton, University has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Southampton, University. ATMs are available at Southampton, University.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, University.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, University: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, University: Basic accessibility features are available for passengers.

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