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 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

8 h 10 m

Average duration

9 h 38 m

Buses per day

3

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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Swansea for Southampton every day 3 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 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 10 h 25 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
17:208h10
Swansea
01:30Southampton
£211One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
03:2010h20
Swansea
13:40Southampton
£291One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
07:2010h25
Swansea
17:45Southampton
£291One-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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 194 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

7h 37m

Average total duration

7h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Swansea to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Southampton coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 18:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus03:20 Swansea
10h20
13:40 Southampton0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus07:20 Swansea
10h25
17:45 Southampton0 changesdirect
national_express17:20 Swansea
8h10
01:30 Southampton0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Swansea to Southampton coaches with Omio?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swansea to Southampton

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Buses from Swansea to Southampton run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 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 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
194 km
Average bus duration
7h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
16
Fastest bus
8h 0m
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 £16. 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 0m
Cheapest Price
£16
National Express frequency
9 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 £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Swansea to Southampton 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 Swansea to Southampton is 8h 0m to travel the 194 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 Swansea to Southampton leaves at 1:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Swansea to Southampton leaves at 22:20.
There are 16 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.
When taking a coach from Swansea to Southampton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Swansea and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Swansea , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, Swansea, University Bay Campus, Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way . When arriving in Southampton , you can end your route in coach stations like Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), Southampton, University.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Southampton from Swansea 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 Swansea to Southampton is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swansea and Southampton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Swansea to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Swansea to Southampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Swansea to Southampton depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 Swansea to Southampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Swansea to Southampton:
  • 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 Swansea to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Swansea to Southampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Swansea to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Swansea to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Swansea to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Swansea and Southampton

Swansea
Southampton
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.
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
Swansea, University Bay Campus
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