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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Watford
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Watford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Watford will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for Watford 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 109 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
15:455h05Southampton20:50Watford£231One-way0 changes
- 15:455h05Southampton20:50Watford£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton to Watford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Watford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 109 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton to Watford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Watford coaches for today, Wednesday 17 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 Southampton | 2h56 | 11:41 Watford | 1 change | |
| 10:05 Southampton | 3h37 | 13:42 Watford | 1 change | |
 | 10:37 Southampton | 3h05 | 13:42 Watford | 2 changes | |
| 12:15 Southampton | 3h27 | 15:42 Watford | 1 change | |
| 13:30 Southampton | 3h12 | 16:42 Watford | 1 change | |
| 15:00 Southampton | 3h52 | 18:52 Watford | 1 change | |
| 16:30 Southampton | 3h22 | 19:52 Watford | 1 change | |
| 16:47 Southampton | 3h05 | 19:52 Watford | 2 changes | |
| 18:30 Southampton | 3h13 | 21:43 Watford | 1 change | |
| 20:30 Southampton | 2h58 | 23:28 Watford | 1 change | |
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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 Bluestar to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Watford.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Watford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Southampton to Watford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:26. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 109 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Bluestar from Southampton to WatfordYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Watford with National Express, Bluestar for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Watford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Watford 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 Watford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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