What is the distance between Heathrow and Southampton?

Heathrow and Southampton are 57 miles (92 km) apart.

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

If you're headed to Southampton from Heathrow, chances are that your bus will depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive 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 City Art Gallery, Solent Sky Aviation Museum, Bike The Tracks Of New Forest, Titanic Trail and Southampton’s Parks.

Bus Heathrow to Southampton from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Heathrow to Southampton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	12:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:45am	Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5	1h 15m	11:00am	University of Southampton	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	9:20am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Southampton on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	12:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	1h 10m	11:05pm	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	1h 45m	1:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Heathrow to Southampton on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Heathrow T2 & T3	2h 5m	2:05pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:55pm	Heathrow Airport (T5), Arrivals	1h 10m	11:05pm	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:55am	Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station	1h 45m	1:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	1:10am	Heathrow T2 & T3	1h 50m	3:00am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:56 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Heathrow to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

57 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $59	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $16	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

The reviews highlight a consistently positive experience with the bus service, emphasizing punctuality, cleanliness, and comfort. Passengers appreciate the helpful and courteous staff, as well as the efficient and reliable service. Some users noted the convenience of the service and the availability of amenities like Wi-Fi and USB connections.

National Express Heathrow Southampton recent customer reviews

It was a bit chaotic at the pickup point at the airport. They had 2 buses going to Southampton and we kept getting difficult information on which to get on. We were delayed about 20 minutes because of confusion. Other than that, the driver was great and in good spirits and kept us informed once we were finally boarded.

Sharon W.

September 14, 2025

Driver was fantastic, due to traffic jammed up and almost all coaches were behind. He was efficient but safe getting us to our destination.

Nancy L.

September 14, 2025

The trip from Heathrow airport to Southampton was fine as was the driver. The issue was the people pushing and shoving, trying to be first on and not being careful of those around them. At the arrival in Southampton, there was very little space between the bus and the fence, making it very difficult for people to get their luggage with everybody again pushing and shoving. There was very little room to walk and pull a suitcase between the people lined up to get onto the bus.

Lucinda L.

August 16, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,359 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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Where are the popular stops in Heathrow and Southampton?

Stops in Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

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 traveling from Heathrow to Southampton by bus

What is the distance between Heathrow and Southampton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heathrow to Southampton?
What are the best sights and things to do in Southampton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$26

11/17

$22

Today

$24

11/19

$22

11/20

$23

11/21

$27

11/22

$27

11/23

$24

The cheapest trip from Heathrow to Southampton was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $44 for a bus ticket from Heathrow to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 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.