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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Solent University (Stop IE) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Solent University (Stop IE) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Solent University (Stop IE) | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Southampton?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Stops in Southampton
- A20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
- B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK - C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK - D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK - E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK - F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Southampton by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Southampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Southampton start from $33. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Southampton?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Southampton is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 293 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Southampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Southampton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Southampton at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Southampton?
A bus trip from Manchester to Southampton generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4274 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Southampton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Southampton?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
