How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton start from $8. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Southampton?

The average bus trip duration from Bournemouth to Southampton is 50m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Southampton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Southampton at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Bournemouth to Southampton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bournemouth to Southampton?

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 29733 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bournemouth to Southampton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Bournemouth to Southampton from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bournemouth to Southampton on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05pm	Coach Station	50m	12:55pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:05am	Coach Station	45m	8:50am	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	50m	8:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	45m	7:10am	Southampton	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Coach Station	50m	8:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Southampton on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	45m	7:10am	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Bournemouth	45m	9:10am	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Coach Station	45m	5:15am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Southampton on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	45m	7:10am	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Bournemouth	45m	9:10am	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Coach Station	45m	5:15am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Southampton on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	45m	7:10am	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Bournemouth	45m	9:10am	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Coach Station	45m	5:15am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bournemouth to Southampton on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25am	Bournemouth	45m	7:10am	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Coach Station	45m	1:45am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:25am	Bournemouth	45m	9:10am	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Coach Station	45m	5:15am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:16 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Southampton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, 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$8 - $11	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $47	Average Duration37m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $4	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Southampton?

Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
Visit page
B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

Stops in Southampton

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

National Express

4/529,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Southampton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Southampton start from $8. The average price for this route is around $9. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Southampton?
The average bus trip duration from Bournemouth to Southampton is 50m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Southampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Southampton?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Southampton at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Southampton?
A bus trip from Bournemouth to Southampton generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bournemouth to Southampton?
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 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bournemouth to Southampton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bournemouth to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bournemouth to Southampton?
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

11/27

$5

11/28

$6

Today

$6

11/30

$6

12/01

$5

12/02

$5

12/03

$5

12/04

$5

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Southampton was searched and found on Nov 27, 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 Bournemouth to Southampton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $13 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 $5 which is on 2025-12-01.

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.