Bus Bristol to Southampton - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Southampton

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Southampton from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$11

tomorrow

$14

Wednesday

Thursday

$14

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 50m	6:00 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:50 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$11	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 6:00:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	8h 13m	7:47 AM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	4:00 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$11	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 7:47:00 AM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 13m
National Express	7h 3m	7:47 AM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	2:50 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$11	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 7:47:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 3m
FlixBus	4h 40m	1:15 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:55 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 1:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
FlixBus	5h 20m	4:20 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	9:40 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/7/2026 4:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/7/2026 9:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 36m	10:14 AM	Bristol	Clifton Down	5:50 PM	Southampton	Bus Station		Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 10:14:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 36m
	National Express	8h 6m	7:49 AM	Bristol	Clifton Down	3:55 PM	Southampton	Bus Station		Economy	$15	A Bus from National Express goes from Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 7:49:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/8/2026 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 6m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	7h 18m	10:12 AM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	5:30 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:12:00 AM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 18m
National Express	7h 38m	10:12 AM	Bristol	Black Boy Hill	5:50 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Black Boy Hill, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:12:00 AM to Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 38m
National Express	7h 16m	10:14 AM	Bristol	Clifton Down	5:30 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$14	A Bus from National Express goes from Clifton Down, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 10:14:00 AM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 16m
FlixBus	5h 5m	6:20 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	11:25 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 6:20:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
FlixBus	4h 40m	1:15 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	5:55 PM	Southampton	University	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:15:00 PM to University, Southampton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 5:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Southampton is $11 on 9/7/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Southampton

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Southampton are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 44 daily buses from Bristol to Southampton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bristol and Southampton.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 45 buses from Bristol to Southampton, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Southampton, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Southampton

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 29 times every day by bus from Bristol to Southampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Southampton starting from $11!

Cheapest Bus	$11
Fastest Bus	4h 20m
Earliest Bus	4:50 AM
Latest Bus	9:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	29 Ø
Distance	63.6 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Southampton

Every day, 29 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bristol for Southampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

$11

Tuesday 09/08

$14

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$14

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

$21

Tuesday 09/15

$16

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

$11

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$11

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

$21

Friday 09/25

$21

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$19

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

$19

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Southampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Southampton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $11, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Southampton. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $14.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Southampton, with $11. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Southampton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bristol to Southampton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bristol to Southampton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bristol to Southampton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Southampton

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol and Southampton.

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

Bus Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

New Road

Port

Town Quay

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bristol to Southampton? Compare all modes of transports from Bristol to Southampton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Southampton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bristol to Southampton? Or which bus companies serve the route Bristol to Southampton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bristol to Southampton bus

How much does a Bristol Southampton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $11 and takes 5h 50m to reach Southampton. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Southampton?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $11 and $50. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Southampton.

On average, how many connections are available from Bristol to Southampton each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Southampton bus route is served by approximately 29 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bristol to Southampton take?

The fastest bus from Bristol to Southampton is offered by National Express and takes 4h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $36. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Southampton?

The earliest bus arriving in Southampton from Bristol starts at 4:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bristol to Southampton?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Southampton starts at 9:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bristol Southampton route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Southampton, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Southampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Southampton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bristol to Southampton bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bristol Southampton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Southampton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Southampton on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Southampton

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bristol and to Southampton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bristol and to Southampton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!