How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Bristol start from £12. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Southampton to Bristol?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Bristol is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 64 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bristol at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus journey from Southampton to Bristol produces an estimated 3 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 Southampton to Bristol?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Southampton to Bristol from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Southampton to Bristol on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:20	Southampton Coach Station	5h 45m	20:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Southampton Coach Station	5h 5m	20:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	16:55	Southampton Coach Station	4h 50m	21:45	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 55m	23:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	20:30	Southampton Coach Station	5h 50m	02:20	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

64 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £114	Average duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£14 - £218	Average duration1h 42m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £16	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Bristol?

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
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C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
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D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
Map
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
Map
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
Map

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
Map
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
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E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,854 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29854 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £12

National Express Southampton Bristol recent customer reviews

Our bus ride was a pleasant and memorable part of our entire trip. Reasonable, too!

Sharon M.

2 June 2018

FlixBus

3.5/512,066 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Bristol

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 Southampton to Bristol?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Bristol start from £12. The average price for this route is around £30. 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 Southampton to Bristol?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Bristol is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 64 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bristol at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Bristol?
A bus journey from Southampton to Bristol produces an estimated 3 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 Southampton to Bristol?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Bristol?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/01

£11

16/01

£11

Today

£9

18/01

£10

19/01

£13

20/01

£9

21/01

£10

22/01

£11

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Bristol was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £68 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2026-01-20.

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.