Southampton to St Albans bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to St Albans

Showing times and prices for 15 Nov

Cheapest price

£13

Average price

£13

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 20 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

120 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to St Albans will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for St Albans 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 120 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.

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16:152h20
Southampton
18:35St Albans
£131One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Southampton to St Albans

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to St Albans 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 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 120 km

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Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£47

Average Price

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

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30m

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South Western Railway

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to St Albans

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Buses from Southampton to St Albans run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. 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 03:01, the last at 23:23. The fastest coach covers the 120 km distance in 2h 10m.

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
120 km
Average bus duration
3h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
6
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
03:01
Last bus
23:23
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 St AlbansYou can travel by bus between Southampton to St Albans with National Express for as low as £6. 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
6h 44m
Cheapest Price
£32
National Express frequency
24 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.

FAQs: Southampton to St Albans coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to St Albans can start from as little as £76 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to St Albans is £76; 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 St Albans coach travel time is 4 h 21 min   for the 74 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Southampton to St Albans leaves at 01: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Southampton to St Albans leaves at 23: 28.
There are 18 coaches a day from Southampton to St Albans which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Southampton to St Albans you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Southampton to St Albans on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to St Albans from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Southampton to St Albans by coach is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to St Albans from Southampton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Southampton to St Albans has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to St Albans.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Southampton to St Albans.

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

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