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Compare prices and tickets Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) and enjoy the approximately 159 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £106
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Buses per day 19 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £106
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)You can travel by bus between Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with National Express for as low as £106. 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
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£28
National Express frequency
16 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: Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
Cheap coach tickets from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) coach time is 4 h 50 min covering the 99 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 19: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
There are 20 coaches a day from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Southampton Central (SOU) from Stansted, London Stansted Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) by coach is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted, London Stansted Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
No, luggage for the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stansted, London Stansted Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
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