4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Salisbury
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Salisbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Salisbury will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 2 buses that leave Southampton for Salisbury 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 33 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 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 coach and train for Southampton to Salisbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Salisbury 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 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 33 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 26m Average total duration 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Salisbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Salisbury coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Southampton | 0h40 | 20:10 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:50 Southampton | 0h40 | 20:30 Salisbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Salisbury
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Buses from Southampton to Salisbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 33 km distance in 40m.
Distance 33 km |
Average bus duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:07 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express, Salisbury Reds from Southampton to SalisburyYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Salisbury with National Express, Salisbury Reds for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Southampton to Salisbury
The journey between Southampton and Salisbury is around 20 miles by road and the fastest coach and direct bus services take around 45 minutes. National Express offers coaches on the route at certain times of year, with comfortable buses that offer toilets and free WiFi.
Which coach companies travel from Southampton to Salisbury?
This coach route is serviced by National Express, as well as the local X7 bus. Both operators offer competitively-priced day return options, especially when tickets are bought in advance and using mobile booking services where available. Fares change regularly and are cheapest when passengers purchase a return. Check back on Omio to find the best-priced travel options for the route and compare coach and train options between Southampton and Salisbury.
How long is the coach from Southampton to Salisbury?
The coach journey between Southampton and Salisbury is brief and the fastest services take around 45 minutes. All direct services take under an hour in normal driving conditions, travelling along the M27. These services are direct, without local stopping stations in-between, so travellers can sit back and relax.
How many coaches are there from Southampton to Salisbury?
The route is not continuously serviced, but National Express changes its schedule regularly according to demand. When it is operating coaches between Southampton and Salisbury, there tends to be at least one in the morning and one in the afternoon. This route is popular with day-trippers and shoppers, with both cities offering plenty of tourist and retail attractions. Check back regularly to see the latest timetable.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Southampton to Salisbury?
Departure bus station: Located on Harbour Parade, Southampton Coach Station is home to National Express and local coach and bus services to the city and it operates 24/7. Facilities include ticket machines, an information desk, cash point, onsite coffee shop, waiting areas, accessible toilets and car parking.Arrival bus station: Salisbury Bus Terminal and coach interchange is located on Mill Street Approach. It is a busy station, with connections to more than 20 UK cities. It is only a short walk away from the city centre and takes less than ten minutes on foot. The train station is just over half a mile away. On-site facilities include parking, a cash point, accessible toilets, seating areas, ticketing and digital information boards.
FAQs: Southampton to Salisbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Salisbury 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 Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach), located 0.4 miles (660 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Salisbury
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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