How far is Southampton from Swindon by coach?

The journey from Swindon to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 48 miles (78 km).

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

You can reach Southampton from Swindon by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Swindon to Southampton from £30 | Compare & Save up to 58%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Swindon to Southampton on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:00	Regent Circus Swindon (Stop C)	5h 20m	23:20	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	15:50	Swindon, Coate Water	4h 50m	20:40	University of Southampton	Fastest
Bus	15:45	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 55m	20:40	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	18:00	Regent Circus Swindon (Stop C)	5h 5m	23:05	Southampton University	No tags
Bus	15:45	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 55m	20:40	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	15:50	Swindon, Coate Water	4h 50m	20:40	University of Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Swindon to Southampton on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:04	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 16m	19:20	University of Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	17:20	Swindon, Coate Water	4h 10m	21:30	University of Southampton	Fastest
Bus	05:29	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	11:00	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	05:29	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	11:00	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	08:09	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	13:40	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	08:09	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	13:40	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	10:19	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	6h 26m	16:45	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	10:19	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	6h 26m	16:45	University of Southampton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Swindon 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 4 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

4h 57mAverage duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£35 - £69	Average duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£8 - £8	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,709 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29709 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 £35

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Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Southampton?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon 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 Swindon to Southampton

How far is Southampton from Swindon by coach?
The journey from Swindon to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 48 miles (78 km).
Is there a way to reach Southampton from Swindon without a car?
You can reach Southampton from Swindon by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£30

12/11

£37

Today

£30

14/11

£41

15/11

No data

16/11

No data

17/11

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18/11

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The cheapest trip from Swindon to Southampton was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of £30

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

You can expect to pay from £30 to £70 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2025-11-14.