How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Southampton?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Southampton start from £18. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Southampton?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Southampton is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Southampton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Southampton?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Southampton at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 14:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Southampton?

A bus journey from Manchester to Southampton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Southampton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Southampton?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Southampton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Southampton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Southampton from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Southampton on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:55	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 40m	13:35	Solent University (Stop IE)	No tags
Bus	14:40	Shudehill	6h 15m	20:55	Solent University (Stop IE)	No tags
Bus	14:40	Shudehill	6h	20:40	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	No tags
Bus	15:15	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 40m	20:55	Solent University (Stop IE)	No tags
Bus	15:15	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	5h 25m	20:40	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester 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 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

181 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£18 - £22	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£35 - £418	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£36 - £37	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Southampton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, there were significant issues with the service provided. Many customers complained about delays and lack of leg room during their 6-hour journey, resulting in discomfort. Additionally, communication from the driver was poor, especially for passengers seated at the back of the bus. However, it's worth mentioning that Ian from Birmingham received positive feedback for his helpfulness during an emergency situation.

Megabus Manchester Southampton recent customer reviews

I’m very unhappy with the service of the driver, some very rough ride we had experienced and one of my suitcases had the handle damaged, overall just not happy with the service of Mega Bus, very disappointed and I am afraid I won’t be recommending to my friends

William C.

22 April 2024

On the trip to Portsmouth from Manchester we had a mishap. A window was broken. So we stopped in Birmingham. Everyone existed and we told to return at a certain which I did. They said there will be a further delay come back 12:30pm which I did. I realized that my luggage had been put on a Linberg bus and had departed. I traveled on the next bus to Portsmouth. Long story short I am in the Holiday Inn in Southampton without my bag. It is a large black bag with a green luggage tag. I am to depart tomorrow on the cruise ship Britannia P & O Lines. The bag contains all my clothing.

William H.

5 October 2023

showed up an hour and a half late and had 0 leg room for a 6 hour journey entire body felt numb by the end of it

Sophie S.

19 June 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Southampton

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Southampton?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Southampton start from £18. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Southampton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Southampton is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 182 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Southampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Southampton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Southampton at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 14:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Southampton?
A bus journey from Manchester to Southampton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Southampton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Southampton?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time9h 20m	Avg price£18	Daily departures10
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 10m	Avg price£170	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 10m	Avg price£36	Daily departures1