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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic) | University of Southampton | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Southampton University | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic) | University of Southampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff North Road (Friary Gardens) | Southampton | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cardiff (Gabalfa Interchange, o/s Clinic) | University of Southampton | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cardiff to Southampton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 2 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cardiff and Southampton?
Stops in Cardiff
- A
Cardiff University (o/s Cathays Rail Stn)
50 Park Place (Bus Stop, o/s Cathays Rail Stn), Cardiff CF10 - B2 Sophia Cl, Cardiff CF11, UK
- C
Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
22 Cathedral Rd, Cardiff CF11 9LJ, UK - D
Cardiff - Castle Street Bus Stop
21A Castle St, Cardiff CF10 1BT, UK - E
National Museum
Gorsedd Gardens Rd, Cardiff CF10 3NP, UK - F
Cardiff Bus Stop - Westgate
206 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10, UK
Stops in Southampton
- A20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
- B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK - C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK - D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK - E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK - F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cardiff to Southampton
What's the distance between Cardiff and Southampton by coach?
The distance between Cardiff and Southampton by coach is approximately 87 miles (140 km).
How can I get from Cardiff to Southampton without driving?
You can travel to Southampton from Cardiff by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cardiff to Southampton was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cardiff to Southampton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £50 for a bus ticket from Cardiff to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
