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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Victoria Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Southampton University | Hammersmith | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Victoria Coach Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Southampton | Hammersmith | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Southampton Coach Station | Victoria Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Southampton and London?
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
Stops in London
- A164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
- B
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK - C235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
- D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK - E26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
- FThe Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to London
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to London?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to London start from £7. The average price for this route is around £10. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Southampton to London?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to London is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 68 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to London route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 67 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to London?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to London at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to London?
A bus journey from Southampton to London produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Southampton to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29741 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to London?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Southampton to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Southampton to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £5 to £41 for a bus ticket from Southampton to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Southampton to London?
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