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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Walsall
Showing times and prices for 09 Aug
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
4 h 8 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
191 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Walsall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Walsall will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Fast coaches
To travel from Southampton to Walsall you need to make at least one change.
9:004h08Southampton13:08Walsall£321One-way1 change- 12:104h28Southampton16:38Walsall£321One-way1 change
- 16:004h08Southampton20:08Walsall£321One-way1 change
- 9:004h08Southampton13:08Walsall£321One-way1 change
- 16:004h08Southampton20:08Walsall£321One-way1 change
- 12:104h28Southampton16:38Walsall£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton to Walsall
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 191 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Walsall bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Walsall coaches for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 16:00 Southampton | 4h05 | 20:05 Walsall | 1 change | |
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| 9:00 Southampton | 4h08 | 13:08 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 12:10 Southampton | 4h28 | 16:38 Walsall | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Walsall
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Walsall run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 8h 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 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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: Megabus, National Express from Southampton to WalsallYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Walsall with Megabus, National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£22
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
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
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£26
National Express frequency
5 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.
Complete guide to Walsall
Things to do in Walsall
Discover the best of Walsall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Walsall trip today.
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Walsall Leather Museum
Compact local museum exploring Walsall's leather-making heritage with machinery, tools and displays on the town's craft history.
Aldridge Transport Museum
Volunteer-run museum with military, industrial and social history displays covering Aldridge and surrounding villages.
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Walsall Arboretum
Large Victorian park with lakes, gardens, playgrounds and walking routes, popular for a relaxed break near the town centre.
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Barr Beacon Local Nature Reserve
Waterside nature reserve and park around former reservoirs, offering birdwatching, level trails and wide open views.
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Cannock Chase
Long-distance walking area with heathland, woodland and panoramic viewpoints across the West Midlands from high ground.
- Gluten-free
Black Country pork scratchings
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings, salted and crisp. Common in local pubs and markets, they are a classic regional snack with beer.
Faggots and peas
Faggots are baked meatballs of pork offal and herbs, usually served with gravy, peas and mash. They are a traditional working-class dish across the Black Country.
Fish and chips
A battered fried fish served with chips, salt and vinegar. Not unique to Walsall, but it is a much-loved local takeaway tradition across the town and wider West Midlands.
The Dilke
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dining room. A dependable local choice for a sit-down meal.
The Pretty Bricks
Long-running traditional pub with cobs, ales and hearty Black Country fare. Good for a casual meal in a characterful local setting.
Fingerpost
Well-known canalside pub and restaurant in nearby Pelsall, serving British pub classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a comfortable atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, making Walsall good value for short stays.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-10 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
TfWM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Walsall Hatherton Road -> Walsall Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on buses in the West Midlands; TfWM also offers Swift and mobile ticketing.
- For Walsall local bus travel, check whether a Walsall-only day ticket suits your trip, as TfWM notes local day ticket discounts in Walsall.
FAQs: Southampton to Walsall coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Walsall can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Walsall is £29; 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 Walsall is 8h 0m to travel the 191 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 Walsall leaves at 1:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Walsall leaves at 20:30.
There are 5 coaches a day from Southampton to Walsall which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton to Walsall, you can count on Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to Walsall. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Walsall 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, University, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) . When arriving in Walsall , you can end your route in coach stations like Walsall, Hatherton Road, Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.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 Walsall, Hatherton Road, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Walsall from Southampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Walsall is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Walsall including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Walsall:
- 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.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Walsall for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Walsall 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Walsall.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Walsall:
- 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Walsall:
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Walsall.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Walsall with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Walsall
Most Southampton to Walsall buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Walsall, Hatherton Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Walsall 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 Walsall
Which Southampton station do buses to Walsall leave from?
Buses from Southampton to Walsall 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 Kingdom
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, UniversityUniversity Rd, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UK
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.
Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)University Rd, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UK
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.
Which Walsall station do buses from Southampton arrive at?
Buses from Southampton to Walsall most often arrive at Walsall, Hatherton Road. Some services arrive at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Walsall arrival station.
Walsall, Hatherton RoadWalsall, Walsall WS1 1NR, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Walsall, Hatherton Road from Walsall city centre
Bus22 · 14m · every ~3 min
X51 · 14m · £2 · every ~16 min
Walsall, Hatherton Road bus station facilities and services
Walsall, Hatherton Road 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 Walsall, Hatherton Road. ATMs are available at Walsall, Hatherton Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Walsall, Hatherton Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Walsall, Hatherton Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Walsall, Hatherton Road: Step-free access available.
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