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Gloucester to Southampton by bus

The journey from Gloucester to Southampton by bus is 75.74 mi and takes 6 hrs 24 mins. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:50 and the last at 19:00. It is possible to travel from Gloucester to Southampton by bus for as little as £17.90 or as much as £68.57. The best price for this journey is £17.90.

Lowest Price £17.90
Journey Duration 6 hrs 24 mins
Connection per Day 12
Lowest Price £17.90
Highest Price £68.57
First Departure 02:50
Last Departure 19:00
Distance 75.74 mi
Departure Gloucester
Arrival Southampton
Carriers National Express

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Gloucester to Southampton

The cheapest Gloucester - Southampton bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.95 if you’re lucky, or £17.02 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £21.35.

Find the best day to travel to Southampton by bus

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!

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Gloucester to Southampton CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
8.53kg
Bus
9.14kg
Flight
24.38kg
Car
19.5kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Gloucester to Southampton?
A bus ticket from Gloucester to Southampton is £44.86. 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 £17.90.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Gloucester to Southampton?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Gloucester to Southampton is £17.90. 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 Gloucester and Southampton by bus?
Gloucester to Southampton is 75.74 mi.
How long does the bus between Gloucester and Southampton take?
Gloucester to Southampton is on average 6 hrs 24 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 30 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Gloucester to Southampton?
Gloucester to Southampton has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Gloucester to Southampton leave?
The earliest bus from Gloucester to Southampton departs at 02:50. 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 Gloucester to Southampton depart?
The latest bus from Gloucester to Southampton departs at 19:00. 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 Gloucester 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 £17.90 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 Gloucester to Southampton by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Gloucester and Southampton is 4 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Gloucester to Southampton?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Gloucester and Southampton.
What are the CO2 emissions for Gloucester to Southampton by bus?
The bus journey from Gloucester to Southampton creates 9.14kg of CO2 emissions.

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