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Which bus from Birmingham to Southampton is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Birmingham to Southampton. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£12
tomorrow
£18
Friday
£16
Saturday
£13
Sunday
£12
Monday
£9
Tuesday
£9

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:30 Southampton University  Economy £12
FlixBus 7h 35m 15:35 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 23:10 Southampton University  Economy £12
FlixBus 5h 55m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:45 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 15m 17:45 Birmingham Coach Station 01:00 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 6h 20m 17:00 Birmingham Coach Station 23:20 Southampton University  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 30m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:25 Southampton University  Economy £18
FlixBus 5h 40m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:30 Southampton University  Economy £18
FlixBus 6h 45m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 15m 17:45 Birmingham Coach Station 01:00 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 6h 20m 17:00 Birmingham Coach Station 23:20 Southampton University  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Birmingham to Southampton via Coventry, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Distribusion
      7h 37m
      0
      15:43
      Birmingham
      Moor Street
      17:07
      Coventry
      Pool Meadow Coach Station
      0
      Distribusion
      Economy
      £3
      • Waiting Time 0h 8m
    • National Express
      6h 5m
      0
      17:15
      Coventry
      Pool Meadow Coach Station
      23:20
      Southampton
      University
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
    Travel time is 1h 57m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 0m 08:40 Birmingham Coach Station 12:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 6h 40m 18:50 Birmingham Coach Station 01:30 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 6h 35m 17:15 Birmingham Coach Station 23:50 Southampton University  Economy £19
FlixBus 6h 30m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:25 Southampton University  Economy £19
FlixBus 6h 45m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 18:50 Birmingham Coach Station 01:30 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 6h 40m 17:25 Birmingham Coach Station 00:05 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 6h 25m 17:25 Birmingham Coach Station 23:50 Southampton University  Economy £15
FlixBus 6h 30m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:25 Southampton University  Economy £17
FlixBus 5h 40m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:30 Southampton University  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 17:25 Birmingham Coach Station 00:05 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 25m 17:25 Birmingham Coach Station 23:50 Southampton University  Economy £12
National Express 6h 40m 18:50 Birmingham Coach Station 01:30 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 6h 45m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 5h 55m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:45 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 0m 08:40 Birmingham Coach Station 12:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 3h 50m 17:00 Birmingham Coach Station 20:50 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £11
National Express 6h 50m 17:15 Birmingham Coach Station 00:05 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 5h 40m 11:50 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 17:30 Southampton University  Economy £12
FlixBus 6h 45m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 0m 08:40 Birmingham Coach Station 12:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 3h 50m 17:00 Birmingham Coach Station 20:50 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £11
National Express 7h 15m 17:45 Birmingham Coach Station 01:00 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 6h 30m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:25 Southampton University  Economy £13
FlixBus 6h 45m 06:55 Birmingham Great Charles St Queensway 13:40 Southampton Coach Station  Economy £13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Birmingham to Southampton is £9 on 09/02/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Birmingham and Southampton?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Birmingham to Southampton. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 34 daily coaches from Birmingham to Southampton. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Birmingham and Southampton.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 84 coaches from Birmingham to Southampton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Birmingham and Southampton, with 18 offers.

All facts for Birmingham to Southampton bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 29 times by bus from Birmingham to Southampton in one click. Book your Birmingham to Southampton bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 11:50
Latest Coach 21:30
Daily Bus Connections 29 Ø
Distance 178.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Birmingham to Southampton?

Every day, 29 buses from 2 coach companies leave Birmingham for Southampton. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/02/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 03/02
Wednesday 04/02
£14
Thursday 05/02
£18
Friday 06/02
£16
Saturday 07/02
£17
Sunday 08/02
£12
Monday 09/02
£9
Tuesday 10/02
£44
Wednesday 11/02
£44
Thursday 12/02
£11
Friday 13/02
£18
Saturday 14/02
£12
Sunday 15/02
£9
Monday 16/02
£11
Tuesday 17/02
£13
Wednesday 18/02
£9
Thursday 19/02
£9
Friday 20/02
£11
Saturday 21/02
£13
Sunday 22/02
£36
Monday 23/02
£9
Tuesday 24/02
£9
Wednesday 25/02
£12
Thursday 26/02
£9
Friday 27/02
£39
Saturday 28/02
£9
Sunday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Southampton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Birmingham to Southampton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Birmingham to Southampton. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £11.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Birmingham to Southampton, with £9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Birmingham to Southampton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Birmingham 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 coach from Birmingham 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 coaches from Birmingham to Southampton are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Birmingham to Southampton?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Birmingham to Southampton timetable.

FlixBus from Birmingham to Southampton

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Birmingham to Southampton:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 5h 40m
Earliest Coach 11:50
Last Coach 11:50
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 04/02/2026

National Express from Birmingham to Southampton

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Birmingham to Southampton:

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 3h 35m
Earliest Coach 17:00
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 25 Ø
Found on 04/02/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Birmingham and Southampton

Here is a map with all coach stations in Birmingham and Southampton. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Birmingham to Southampton? Compare all modes of transports from Birmingham to Southampton.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Birmingham to Southampton

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Birmingham to Southampton. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Birmingham to Southampton bus

How much does a Birmingham Southampton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Birmingham Southampton bus trip is available from £9 and takes 4h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £66. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Southampton.

How many connections are available for the Birmingham Southampton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Birmingham to Southampton is offered by roughly 29 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Southampton from Birmingham take?

The quickest coach from Birmingham to Southampton is provided by National Express and takes 3h 35m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Birmingham to Southampton?

The earliest bus to Southampton departs from Birmingham at 11:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Birmingham to Southampton?

The latest bus to Southampton departs from Birmingham at 21:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Birmingham Southampton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Birmingham to Southampton can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Southampton?

You can check all the direct connections between Birmingham 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 bus to Southampton from Birmingham?

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 bus for the Birmingham Southampton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Birmingham 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 travelling 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 Birmingham to Southampton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Birmingham to Southampton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 29 daily trips between Birmingham and Southampton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Birmingham to Southampton?

Prices and availability for 29 trips between Birmingham and Southampton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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