How far is Southampton from Brighton by coach?

The journey from Brighton to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 56 miles (90 km).

Is there a way to reach Southampton from Brighton without a car?

You can reach Southampton from Brighton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus from Brighton to Southampton from £11 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brighton to Southampton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	4h 30m	03:00	Southampton Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:25	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	4h 55m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	4h 55m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	05:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	5h 20m	10:40	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	05:20	Hove Bus Stop (opp King Alfred Sports Centre)	5h 20m	10:40	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 20:48 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Brighton to Southampton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 20mAverage duration

54 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£13 - £54	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £40	Average duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£9 - £9	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £13

National Express Brighton Southampton recent customer reviews

Driver very good. Helped us find our way nicely

Kaye C.

22 July 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Southampton?

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Brighton to Southampton

How far is Southampton from Brighton by coach?
The journey from Brighton to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 56 miles (90 km).
Is there a way to reach Southampton from Brighton without a car?
You can reach Southampton from Brighton by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

£37

14/11

£44

Today

£18

16/11

No data

17/11

£12

18/11

£11

19/11

No data

20/11

£33

The cheapest trip from Brighton to Southampton was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brighton to Southampton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £11 to £64 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-18.