What is the travel distance from Edinburgh to Southampton?

The distance separating Edinburgh and Southampton is 357 miles (575 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Southampton?

The majority of buses traveling from Edinburgh to Southampton start their journey at Bus Station and wind up at Southampton Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Southampton?

Once in Southampton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Southampton’s Old Town, St Mary's Stadium, Mayflower Theatre, Day Trip To The Isle Of Wight and Southampton’s Parks.

Bus Edinburgh to Southampton from $55 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Edinburgh to Southampton on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Bus Station	13h 25m	8:55pm	Solent University (Stop IE)	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Bus Station	13h 10m	8:40pm	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Bus Station	13h 25m	8:55pm	Solent University (Stop IE)	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Bus Station	13h 10m	8:40pm	Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)	No tags
Bus	9:05am	Bus Station	14h 15m	11:20pm	Southampton	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh 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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

353 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $89	Average Duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$158 - $531	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Southampton?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK

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

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FlixBus

3.5/511,411 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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Southampton by bus

What is the travel distance from Edinburgh to Southampton?
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The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Southampton was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $57 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-11-27.