Southampton to Bournemouth Bus
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Southampton to Bournemouth by bus
The journey from Southampton to Bournemouth by bus is 24.34 mi and takes 0 hrs 55 mins. There are 17 connections per day, with the first departure at 01:20 and the last at 23:50. It is possible to travel from Southampton to Bournemouth by bus for as little as £6.33 or as much as £14.96. The best price for this journey is £6.33.
| Lowest Price | £6.33 |
| Journey Duration | 0 hrs 55 mins |
| Connection per Day | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express 17 |
| Lowest Price | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express £6.33 |
| Highest Price | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express £14.96 |
| First Departure | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express 01:20 |
| Last Departure | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express 23:50 |
| Distance | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express 24.34 mi |
| Departure | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express Southampton |
| Arrival | FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express Bournemouth |
| Carriers | FlixBus, South Western Railway FlixBus, South Western Railway, National Express |
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Find the best day to travel to Bournemouth by bus
When travelling to Bournemouth 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, South Western Railway and National Express from Southampton to Bournemouth
Compare services on board when travelling from Southampton to Bournemouth by bus.
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Southampton to Bournemouth CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
2.74kg
Bus
2.94kg
Flight
7.83kg
Car
6.27kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth?
A bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth is £6.90. 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 £6.33.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to Bournemouth is £6.33. 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 Southampton and Bournemouth by bus?
Southampton to Bournemouth is 24.34 mi.
How long does the bus between Southampton and Bournemouth take?
Southampton to Bournemouth is on average 0 hrs 55 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Southampton to Bournemouth?
The bus journey from Southampton to Bournemouth is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus, South Western Railway and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Southampton to Bournemouth?
Southampton to Bournemouth has 17 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southampton to Bournemouth leave?
The earliest bus from Southampton to Bournemouth departs at 01:20. 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 Southampton to Bournemouth depart?
The latest bus from Southampton to Bournemouth departs at 23:50. 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 Southampton to Bournemouth 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 £6.33 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.
How many direct connections depart from Southampton to Bournemouth?
There are on average 17 direct connection(s) from Southampton to go to Bournemouth.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to Bournemouth by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southampton and Bournemouth is 0 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southampton to Bournemouth?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southampton and Bournemouth.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to Bournemouth by bus?
The bus journey from Southampton to Bournemouth creates 2.94kg of CO2 emissions.