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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 National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
from £4
tomorrow
from £4
Wednesday
from £5
Thursday
from £5
Friday
from £4
Saturday
from £4
Sunday
from £5

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 45m
    0
    13:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0h 50m
    0
    17:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    23:05
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    00:05
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    12:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    12:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    23:05
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    00:05
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    23:05
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    00:05
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    0h 40m
    0
    01:40
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    02:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    10:45
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    11:35
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • National Express
    0h 50m
    0
    12:50
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    13:40
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 5m
    0
    13:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    14:30
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    17:25
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    18:35
    Bournemouth
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

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.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Southampton and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 62 coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth, while Night sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Bournemouth, with 9 offers.

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Facts about coaches from Southampton to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 17 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 17 Ø
Distance 39.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Bournemouth

Every day, 17 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 07/07/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 07/07
£4
Tuesday 08/07
£5
Wednesday 09/07
£5
Thursday 10/07
£5
Friday 11/07
£5
Saturday 12/07
£5
Sunday 13/07
£5
Monday 14/07
Tuesday 15/07
£5
Wednesday 16/07
£5
Thursday 17/07
£4
Friday 18/07
£4
Saturday 19/07
£4
Sunday 20/07
£4
Monday 21/07
£4
Tuesday 22/07
£5
Wednesday 23/07
Thursday 24/07
Friday 25/07
£5
Saturday 26/07
£4
Sunday 27/07
£4
Monday 28/07
£4
Tuesday 29/07
£4
Wednesday 30/07
£5
Thursday 31/07
£4
Friday 01/08
£4
Saturday 02/08
£5
Sunday 03/08

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. Wednesday 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

National Express

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 22:30
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 06/07/2025

FlixBus from Southampton to Bournemouth

FlixBus

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 6 Ø
Found on 06/07/2025

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.

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 10m. 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 17 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 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 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: National Express and FlixBus.

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
Economy

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

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