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

today
tomorrow
$33
Saturday
$29
Sunday
$29
Monday
$33
Tuesday
$24
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 7:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 1:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 5h 40m 3:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 9:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $43
National Express 5h 40m 9:20 AM Cambridge Parkside 3:00 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $43
National Express 5h 50m 4:00 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:50 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $43
National Express 5h 50m 6:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 12:05 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Southampton via London, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 35m
      0
      4:55 PM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      6:20 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      7:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      9:30 PM
      Southampton
      University
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 1h 5m shorter, and you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 40m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 5:50 PM Southampton University  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 35m 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:40 PM Southampton University  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:10 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 6h 35m 6:55 PM Cambridge Parkside 1:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $34
National Express 5h 35m 4:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:50 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Southampton via London, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 0m
      0
      10:50 AM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      12:00 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      12:20 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      2:50 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 25m 5:35 AM Cambridge Parkside 11:00 AM Southampton University  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 40m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 5:50 PM Southampton University  Economy $29
FlixBus 4h 35m 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:40 PM Southampton University  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 45m 5:35 AM Cambridge Parkside 11:20 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 5h 0m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:10 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Southampton via London, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 0m
      0
      10:50 AM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      12:00 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      12:20 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      2:50 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 0h 35m shorter, and you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 15m 7:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 1:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 11h 50m 9:40 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $33
National Express 5h 40m 3:50 AM Cambridge Parkside 9:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $44
National Express 5h 35m 5:45 AM Cambridge Parkside 11:20 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $44
National Express 5h 30m 9:20 AM Cambridge Parkside 2:50 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Southampton via London, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 0m
      0
      10:50 AM
      Cambridge
      Trumpington Park and Ride
      12:00 PM
      London
      Stratford Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      12:20 PM
      London
      Hammersmith
      2:50 PM
      Southampton
      Bus Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $5
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 40m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 5:50 PM Southampton University  Economy $24
FlixBus 4h 35m 5:05 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:40 PM Southampton University  Economy $24
FlixBus 5h 0m 1:10 PM Cambridge Parkside 6:10 PM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 11h 50m 9:40 PM Cambridge Parkside 9:30 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 7h 45m 7:15 PM Cambridge Parkside 3:00 AM Southampton Bus Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Cambridge to Southampton via London, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      5h 40m
      0
      11:50 AM
      Cambridge
      Parkside
      1:50 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • National Express
      2h 30m
      0
      3:00 PM
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      5:30 PM
      Southampton
      University
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save $12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Cambridge to Southampton is $23 on 8/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Cambridge and Southampton

See here how frequent the connections between Cambridge and Southampton are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Cambridge to Southampton. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Cambridge and Southampton.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 30 buses from Cambridge to Southampton, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Cambridge and Southampton, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Cambridge to Southampton

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 13 times every day by bus from Cambridge to Southampton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Cambridge to Southampton starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus $23
Fastest Bus 4h 20m
Earliest Bus 3:50 AM
Latest Bus 9:40 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 110.9 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Cambridge to Southampton

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Cambridge for Southampton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
$25
Friday 07/24
$33
Saturday 07/25
$29
Sunday 07/26
$33
Monday 07/27
$27
Tuesday 07/28
$29
Wednesday 07/29
$29
Thursday 07/30
$26
Friday 07/31
$26
Saturday 08/01
$33
Sunday 08/02
$27
Monday 08/03
$33
Tuesday 08/04
$29
Wednesday 08/05
$23
Thursday 08/06
$29
Friday 08/07
$33
Saturday 08/08
$33
Sunday 08/09
$24
Monday 08/10
$33
Tuesday 08/11
$29
Wednesday 08/12
$23
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Cambridge to Southampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Cambridge to Southampton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $24, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Cambridge to Southampton. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $29.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Cambridge to Southampton, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $40.

How to save money travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Southampton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Cambridge and Southampton

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Cambridge to Southampton

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

FAQs about the Cambridge to Southampton bus

How much does a Cambridge Southampton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 4h 40m to reach Southampton. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $58. 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 Cambridge to Southampton each day?

Every day, the Cambridge to Southampton bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Cambridge to Southampton is offered by FlixBus and takes 4h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $29. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Cambridge to Southampton?

The earliest bus arriving in Southampton from Cambridge starts at 3:50 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 Cambridge to Southampton?

The latest bus trip departing from Cambridge for Southampton starts at 9:40 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 Cambridge Southampton route?

When traveling by bus from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Southampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Southampton on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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