What's the distance between Bournemouth and Southampton by coach?

The journey from Bournemouth to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 25 miles (40 km).

How can I get from Bournemouth to Southampton without driving?

You can reach Southampton from Bournemouth by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Bournemouth to Southampton from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bournemouth to Southampton on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Coach Station	50m	12:55	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:25	Bournemouth	45m	09:10	Southampton	Fastest
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	1h	08:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	09:55	Bournemouth	50m	10:45	Southampton	No tags
Bus	07:45	Coach Station	1h	08:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Southampton on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:25	Bournemouth	45m	07:10	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:30	Coach Station	45m	05:15	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Bournemouth	45m	09:10	Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Southampton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:25	Bournemouth	45m	07:10	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:30	Coach Station	45m	05:15	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Bournemouth	45m	09:10	Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Southampton on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:25	Bournemouth	45m	07:10	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:30	Coach Station	45m	05:15	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Bournemouth	45m	09:10	Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Bournemouth to Southampton on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:00	Coach Station	45m	01:45	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:25	Bournemouth	45m	07:10	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:30	Coach Station	45m	05:15	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:25	Bournemouth	45m	09:10	Southampton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:47 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Southampton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

37mAverage duration

24 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £10	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £36	Average duration37m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £3	Average duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Southampton?

Stops in Bournemouth

A - Coach Station

B - Richmond Hill, 3

C - Travel Interchange

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bournemouth to Southampton

What's the distance between Bournemouth and Southampton by coach?
The journey from Bournemouth to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 25 miles (40 km).
How can I get from Bournemouth to Southampton without driving?
You can reach Southampton from Bournemouth by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£5

17/11

£4

Today

£4

19/11

£4

20/11

£4

21/11

£5

22/11

£5

23/11

£5

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Southampton was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £4

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £10 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.