How far is Southampton from London by coach?

The journey from London to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 70 miles (112 km).

What is the best way to go from London to Southampton without a car?

You can reach Southampton from London by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus London to Southampton from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Southampton on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	12:50	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	06:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	06:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	17:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	12:50	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	17:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	16:20	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	17:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Southampton on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	12:50	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 40m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	00:30	Victoria Coach Station	2h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

69 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £47	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£15 - £115	Average duration1h 28m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £13	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers consistently highlight the punctuality and comfort of their journeys, praising the friendly and helpful drivers. The service is described as reasonably priced and professional. However, some users mention occasional communication issues regarding delays or schedule changes, which could be improved for a smoother experience overall.

National Express London Southampton recent customer reviews

The drive was uneventful. Bus driver knew his route and drove well. Our originally ticketed trip was canceled with no notice to us. We arrived at the station early enough to get on a coach that was leaving within minutes.

Amy P.

6 October 2024

I did an error booking travel date and couldn’t change due to your protocols. Lost $$

Jose L D.

1 March 2024

I really like that the Bus driver wait for me 4 extra minutes. I would prefer to not beg him , in order to allow me to buy my extra luggage ticket

Gabriel G.

26 November 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in London and Southampton?

Stops in London

A - Victoria Coach Station

B - Finchley Road

C - Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.

D - Earl's Court

E - London Elephant & Castle

F - Old Kent Rd

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 London to Southampton

How far is Southampton from London by coach?
The journey from London to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 70 miles (112 km).
What is the best way to go from London to Southampton without a car?
You can reach Southampton from London by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

£11

17/11

£7

Today

£6

19/11

£5

20/11

£7

21/11

£6

22/11

£7

23/11

£8

The cheapest trip from London to Southampton was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £5

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

You can expect to pay from £5 to £43 for a bus ticket from London to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.