Worthing to Southampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Worthing to Southampton

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£42

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£45

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

5 h

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

5 h 25 m

Buses on 13 Oct

5

Distance

73 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Worthing to Southampton will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.

Fast coaches

To travel from Worthing to Southampton you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNX025 · NX032
    8:156h05
    Worthing, Marine Parade
    14:20Southampton, Coach Station
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX032
    7:155h45
    Worthing, Marine Parade
    13:00Southampton, Coach Station
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX032
    6:105h10
    Worthing, Marine Parade
    11:20Southampton, Coach Station
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX035
    22:105h00
    Worthing, Marine Parade
    3:10Southampton, Coach Station
    £461One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX025 · NX035
    4:055h05
    Worthing, Marine Parade
    9:10Southampton, Coach Station
    £511One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Worthing to Southampton

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Buses from Worthing to Southampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £23 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 73 km distance in 4h 5m.

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 £23
Distance
73 km
Average bus duration
4h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
4h 5m
First bus
1:50
Last bus
22:30
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 days
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 £23

Live departures

Worthing to Southampton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Worthing to Southampton coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX025 · NX03522:10 Worthing, Marine Parade
5h00
3:10 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
Tuesday 13 October
National ExpressNX025 · NX0354:05 Worthing, Marine Parade
5h05
9:10 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0326:10 Worthing, Marine Parade
5h10
11:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0327:15 Worthing, Marine Parade
5h45
13:00 Southampton, Coach Station1 change
National ExpressNX025 · NX0328:15 Worthing, Marine Parade
6h05
14:20 Southampton, Coach Station1 change

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Bus providers: National Express from Worthing to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Worthing to Southampton with National Express for as low as £23. 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 National Express Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£41
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.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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SeaCity Museum

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
Mid-range
£18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.

FAQs: Worthing to Southampton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing 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 Worthing to Southampton can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Worthing to Southampton is £52; 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 Worthing to Southampton is 4h 5m to travel the 73 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 Worthing to Southampton leaves at 1:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Worthing to Southampton leaves at 22:30.
There are 5 coaches a day from Worthing 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 Worthing 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 Worthing and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Worthing , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Worthing, Marine Parade, Brighton, Preston Road / Harrington Road (Preston Park), Brighton Railway Station - Stroudley Road . When arriving in Southampton , you can end your route in coach stations like Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Worthing, Marine Parade, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Worthing and Southampton including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Worthing to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Worthing to Southampton for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Worthing 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 Worthing to Southampton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Worthing 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 Worthing to Southampton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Worthing to Southampton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Worthing to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Worthing to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Worthing to Southampton with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Worthing and Southampton

Most Worthing to Southampton buses use the Worthing, Marine Parade to Southampton, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University). Use this guide to compare Worthing and Southampton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Worthing
Arrival bus stations in Southampton

Which Worthing station do buses to Southampton leave from?

Buses from Worthing to Southampton leave from Worthing, Marine Parade. The station is 1 km from Worthing city centre at Worthing Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PT, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Worthing, Marine Parade from Worthing city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min

Worthing, Marine Parade bus station facilities and services

Worthing, Marine Parade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Nearby eateries available

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Worthing, Marine Parade. ATMs are available at Worthing, Marine Parade.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Worthing, Marine Parade.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Worthing, Marine Parade: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing, Marine Parade: Wheelchair accessible.

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