What is the travel distance from Southampton to Bristol?

About 65 miles (104 km) separate Southampton and Bristol.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Bristol?

The majority of buses traveling from Southampton to Bristol start their journey at Southampton Coach Station and wind up at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Bristol Harbourside Tours, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Old City and St Mary Redcliffe Church.

Bus Southampton to Bristol from $12 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Southampton to Bristol on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 15m	7:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 35m	9:05pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 45m	10:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:20pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 15m	11:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	5h 50m	2:20am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Bristol

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 42mAverage Duration

63 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $83	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $156	Average Duration1h 42m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,710 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29710 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $15

National Express Southampton Bristol recent customer reviews

Our bus ride was a pleasant and memorable part of our entire trip. Reasonable, too!

Sharon M.

June 2, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,297 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Bristol?

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

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Southampton to Bristol by bus

What is the travel distance from Southampton to Bristol?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Bristol?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

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

$15

11/12

$67

Today

$14

11/14

$42

11/15

$19

11/16

No data

11/17

$15

11/18

$12

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $12

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

You can expect to pay from $12 to $94 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-18.