Swansea to Southampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swansea to Southampton

Showing times and prices for 20 Nov

Cheapest price

£31

Average price

£33

Fastest journey

8 h 40 m

Average duration

10 h 8 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

194 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Swansea to Southampton will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Swansea for Southampton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 194 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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.

National Express
15:359h55
Swansea
01:30Southampton
£311One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
06:2010h20
Swansea
16:40Southampton
£311One-way
0 changes
National Express
07:308h40
Swansea
16:10Southampton
£331One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
10:3011h35
Swansea
22:05Southampton
£351One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Swansea to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £46.

Distance: 194 km

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Train

£33

Average Price

Cheapest

£82

Average Price

7h 53m

Average total duration

7h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Swansea to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Southampton coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:56
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express15:35 Swansea
8h25
00:00 Southampton0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Southampton

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Buses from Swansea to Southampton run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 194 km distance in 7h 35m.

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
194 km
Average bus duration
7h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
7h 35m
First bus
01:50
Last bus
22:20
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 Swansea to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Southampton with National Express for as low as £19. 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
8h 10m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
10 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: Swansea to Southampton coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Swansea to Southampton can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Southampton is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swansea to Southampton coach travel time is 7 h 25 min   for the 120 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Swansea to Southampton leaves at 06: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Swansea to Southampton leaves at 22: 20.
There are 10 coaches a day from Swansea to Southampton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Swansea to Southampton coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Swansea to Southampton to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to Southampton by coach is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Southampton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Swansea to Southampton has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Southampton.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Swansea to Southampton.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Southampton

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    The major coach station for departures in Swansea is Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station for your trip from Swansea to Southampton.
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