Cardiff to Southampton Bus
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Cardiff to Southampton by bus
The journey from Cardiff to Southampton by bus is 86.68 mi and takes 6 hrs 50 mins. There are 36 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:20 and the last at 23:40. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Southampton by bus for as little as £14.18 or as much as £34.05. The best price for this journey is £14.18.
| Lowest Price | £14.18 |
| Journey Duration | 6 hrs 50 mins |
| Connection per Day | FlixBus, National Express 36 |
| Lowest Price | FlixBus, National Express £14.18 |
| Highest Price | FlixBus, National Express £34.05 |
| First Departure | FlixBus, National Express 03:20 |
| Last Departure | FlixBus, National Express 23:40 |
| Distance | FlixBus, National Express 86.68 mi |
| Departure | FlixBus, National Express Cardiff |
| Arrival | FlixBus, National Express Southampton |
| Carriers | FlixBus, National Express FlixBus, National Express |
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When travelling to Southampton by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board FlixBus and National Express from Cardiff to Southampton
Compare services on board when travelling from Cardiff to Southampton by bus.
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Cardiff to Southampton CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
9.76kg
Bus
10.46kg
Flight
27.9kg
Car
22.32kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Cardiff to Southampton?
A bus ticket from Cardiff to Southampton is £24.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £14.18.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Cardiff to Southampton?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Southampton is £14.18. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Southampton by bus?
Cardiff to Southampton is 86.68 mi.
How long does the bus between Cardiff and Southampton take?
Cardiff to Southampton is on average 6 hrs 50 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 25 mins.
Which companies operate from Cardiff to Southampton?
The bus journey from Cardiff to Southampton is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Cardiff to Southampton?
Cardiff to Southampton has 36 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Cardiff to Southampton leave?
The earliest bus from Cardiff to Southampton departs at 03:20. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Cardiff to Southampton depart?
The latest bus from Cardiff to Southampton departs at 23:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Southampton in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £14.18 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Southampton by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Cardiff and Southampton is 5 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Cardiff to Southampton?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Cardiff and Southampton.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Southampton by bus?
The bus journey from Cardiff to Southampton creates 10.46kg of CO2 emissions.