The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Southampton
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Southampton will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 4 buses that leave Leeds for Southampton on Sat, Dec 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leeds to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €64.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Southampton buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:15 AM Leeds | 8h45 | 2:00 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Leeds | 8h35 | 2:50 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 AM Leeds | 9h10 | 4:05 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Leeds | 8h15 | 10:05 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Leeds | 8h00 | 2:00 AM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds to Southampton by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Southampton
Buses from Leeds to Southampton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 322 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 322 km |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Leeds to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Southampton with Megabus, National Express for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre). When arriving in Southampton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Southampton Airport Parkway, Southampton, Coach Station and Southampton, Future Worlds.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton Airport Parkway, located 4.5 miles (7.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leeds to Southampton
- 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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