How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

The average bus trip duration from Southampton to Bournemouth is 50m, covering a distance of 24 miles (38 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bournemouth at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

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 Bournemouth from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Southampton to Bournemouth on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Southampton Coach Station	50m	11:35am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	40m	11:10pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	10:45am	Southampton Coach Station	50m	11:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45pm	Southampton	45m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	50m	1:40pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Southampton to Bournemouth on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Southampton	45m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Southampton Coach Station	40m	2:20am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:40am	Southampton Coach Station	40m	2:20am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:45pm	Southampton	50m	6:35pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Southampton Coach Station	50m	11:35am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:22 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Bournemouth

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, 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$7 - $45	Average Duration37m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Bournemouth?

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

Stops in Bournemouth

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to customer reviews, the bus service provided a brilliant rescue when there were no trains running beyond Southampton. The journey was described as perfect, although some customers mentioned that the bus depot in Southampton was chaotic and too small.

National Express Southampton Bournemouth recent customer reviews

Excellent service, driver was fantastic and still managed to get us to destination just few minutes after scheduled time due to very heavy traffic. Kept everyone updated and had great sense of humour. Very pleasant journey.

Alison W.

December 27, 2019

Comfortable on a very clean coach with no hassle trip. No delays and we arrived on time at our destination

Susan P.

May 27, 2018

The driver was rude to everyone

Sultan M.

October 23, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 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 Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
The average bus trip duration from Southampton to Bournemouth is 50m, covering a distance of 24 miles (38 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bournemouth at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Bournemouth?
A bus trip from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
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 Southampton to Bournemouth?
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

11/26

$5

11/27

$5

Today

$6

11/29

$6

11/30

$6

12/01

$5

12/02

$5

12/03

$5

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $13 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.