Bus and Coach from Southampton to Bournemouth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Bournemouth from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today

£4

tomorrow

£5

Sunday

£5

Monday

£4

Tuesday

£4

Wednesday

£4

Thursday

£4

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton	University	00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
FlixBus	0h 40m	23:25	Southampton	Coach Station	00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 23:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 40m	01:40	Southampton	Coach Station	02:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 01:40:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 02:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 10:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	12:50	Southampton	Coach Station	13:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 12:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 50m	10:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 10:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	13:00	Southampton	Coach Station	13:50	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 13:00:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 13:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 55m	16:00	Southampton	Coach Station	16:55	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 16:00:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 16:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton		14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton		18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	01:40	Southampton	Coach Station	02:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 01:40:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 02:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton	University	14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton	University	18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton	University	00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 07/12/2025 10:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton	University	14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton	University	18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton	University	00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
National Express	0h 40m	01:40	Southampton	Coach Station	02:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 01:40:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 02:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	12:50	Southampton	Coach Station	13:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 12:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton		14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton		18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton		00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
National Express	0h 40m	01:40	Southampton	Coach Station	02:20	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 01:40:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 02:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45	Southampton	Coach Station	11:35	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 10:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton	University	14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton	University	18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton	University	00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
National Express	0h 50m	12:50	Southampton	Coach Station	13:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 12:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	17:35	Southampton	Coach Station	18:25	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 17:35:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 5m	13:25	Southampton		14:30	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 13:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	17:25	Southampton		18:35	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 17:25:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
FlixBus	1h 0m	23:05	Southampton		00:05	Bournemouth	Central Coach Station	Economy	£4	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 00:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
National Express	0h 50m	12:50	Southampton	Coach Station	13:40	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 12:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 13:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	17:35	Southampton	Coach Station	18:25	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 17:35:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Southampton to Bournemouth is £4 on 05/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 9 daily coaches between Southampton and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 56 coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Bournemouth, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 13 times every day by bus from Southampton to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus	£4
Fastest Bus	0h 40m
Earliest Coach	01:40
Latest Coach	23:25
Daily Bus Connections	13 Ø
Distance	39.6 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Bournemouth

Every day, 13 buses from 2 coach companies leave Southampton for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£4

Saturday 06/12

£5

Sunday 07/12

£5

Monday 08/12

£4

Tuesday 09/12

£4

Wednesday 10/12

£5

Thursday 11/12

£4

Friday 12/12

£5

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

£5

Monday 15/12

£5

Tuesday 16/12

£5

Wednesday 17/12

£5

Thursday 18/12

£5

Friday 19/12

£5

Saturday 20/12

£5

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

£6

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

£6

Thursday 25/12

£5

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

£6

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £4, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Southampton to Bournemouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £5.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Bournemouth, with £4. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £5.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth, 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 Southampton to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Southampton to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Southampton to Bournemouth

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

Cheapest Price	£5
Fastest Coach	0h 40m
Earliest Coach	01:40
Last Coach	20:55
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	04/12/2025

FlixBus from Southampton to Bournemouth

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

Cheapest Price	£4
Fastest Coach	0h 40m
Earliest Coach	13:25
Last Coach	23:25
Daily Connections	7 Ø
Found on	04/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Southampton and Bournemouth.

Coach Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

Port

Town Quay

New Road

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Pier

Exeter Road

Square

Gervis Pl 9

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 Southampton to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Southampton to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Southampton to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Southampton - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £4 and takes 1h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Bournemouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £6. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 0h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £5. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Southampton at 01:40. 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 Southampton to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Southampton at 23:25. 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 Southampton - Bournemouth route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Bournemouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bournemouth from Southampton?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Southampton Bournemouth 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 Southampton Bournemouth 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 Southampton to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Southampton and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Southampton and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!