The cheapest and fastest buses from Glasgow to Southampton
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 9 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glasgow to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Southampton will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Southampton without transferring at least once.
NX590 · NX1608:40 AM12h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station8:50 PMSouthampton, Coach Station€571One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 PM17h55Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station5:50 PMSouthampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)€621One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 PM18h15Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station6:10 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€631One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:40 PM14h50Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station1:30 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€651One-way2 transfers
NX590 · NX0328:40 AM14h40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:20 PMSouthampton, University€661One-way1 transfer
NX594 · NX03210:45 PM10h25Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station9:10 AMSouthampton, University€941One-way1 transfer
NX594 · NX03210:45 PM10h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station9:30 AMSouthampton, Coach Station€941One-way1 transfer
NX590 · NX1608:40 AM12h10Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station8:50 PMSouthampton, Coach Station€571One-way1 transfer
NX181 · NX16011:00 PM13h40Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station12:40 PMSouthampton, Coach Station€731One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:15 PM13h45Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station11:00 AMSouthampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University)€761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glasgow to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 583 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price | €183 Average price |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Southampton buses for today, Tuesday, April 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h05 | 10:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h45 | 10:00 AM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h30 | 12:10 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h50 | 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
NX594 · NX032 | On time 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h45 | 8:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX594 · NX032 | 9:45 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 10h25 | 8:10 AM Southampton, University | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX160 | On time 10:00 PM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 13h40 | 11:40 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX590 · NX160 | 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h10 | 7:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX032 | On time 7:40 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 14h40 | 10:20 PM Southampton, University | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX032 | On time 8:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 15h45 | 12:00 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX591 · NX032 | 8:15 AM Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 17h30 | 1:45 AM Southampton, University | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Southampton.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Glasgow to Southampton.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Southampton
Buses from Glasgow to Southampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 583 km distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 583 km |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 1:50 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Glasgow to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Southampton with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glasgow to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Southampton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Glasgow to Southampton
- 05:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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