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23/06/2025
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Southampton to London by bus

The journey from Southampton to London by bus is 70.77 mi and takes 2 hrs 24 mins. There are 144 connections per day, with the first departure at 02:00 and the last at 21:25. It is possible to travel from Southampton to London by bus for as little as £6.90 or as much as £33.53. The best price for this journey is £6.90.

Lowest Price £6.90
Journey Duration 2 hrs 24 mins
Connection per Day 144
Lowest Price £6.90
Highest Price £33.53
First Departure 02:00
Last Departure 21:25
Distance 70.77 mi
Departure Southampton
Arrival London
Carriers National Express, FlixBus

Southampton to London Bus Times

Departure date
Monday, 23 Jun 2025

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Best time to book Southampton to London travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £5.10 to £19.19 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 73% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southampton to London

The cheapest Southampton - London bus tickets can be found for as low as £7.12 if you’re lucky, or £9.13 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £14.07.

Find the best day to travel to London by bus

When travelling to London 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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Southampton to London CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
7.97kg
Bus
8.54kg
Flight
22.78kg
Car
18.22kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southampton to London?
A bus ticket from Southampton to London is £16.89. 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 £6.90.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to London is £6.90. 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 Southampton and London by bus?
Southampton to London is 70.77 mi.
How long does the bus between Southampton and London take?
Southampton to London is on average 2 hrs 24 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Southampton to London?
The bus journey from Southampton to London is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Southampton to London?
Southampton to London has 144 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southampton to London leave?
The earliest bus from Southampton to London departs at 02:00. 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 London depart?
The latest bus from Southampton to London departs at 21:25. 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 London 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 £6.90 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.
How many direct connections depart from Southampton to London?
There are on average 110 direct connection(s) from Southampton to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to London by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southampton and London is 1 hr 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southampton to London?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southampton and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to London by bus?
The bus journey from Southampton to London creates 8.54kg of CO2 emissions.

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