Nottingham to Southampton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Southampton

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 40 m

Buses per day

17

Distance

229 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Southampton will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Southampton without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX450 · NX032
03:35AM7h45
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
11:20AMSouthampton, Coach Station
181One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX450 · NX032
04:15PM7h20
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
11:35PMSouthampton, Coach Station
191One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX450 · NX032
08:35PM6h25
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
03:00AMSouthampton, Coach Station
191One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX450 · NX032
05:10AM7h40
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
12:50PMSouthampton, Coach Station
191One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX450 · NX032
06:30PM6h30
Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
01:00AMSouthampton, Coach Station
211One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €52.

Distance: 229 km

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Bus
Train

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€96

Average price

6h 13m

Average total duration

5h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Nottingham to Southampton bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:48 AM
Last updated at 12:48 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express4:10 AM Nottingham
7h55
12:05 PM Southampton0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus3:25 PM Nottingham
6h40
10:05 PM Southampton0 transfersDirect
national_express5:30 PM Nottingham
6h30
12:00 AM Southampton0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Southampton

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Buses from Nottingham to Southampton run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
229 km
Average bus duration
5h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 25m
First bus
01:45
Last bus
21:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Nottingham to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Southampton with National Express, Megabus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
€17
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
€26
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Southampton

FAQs: Take the bus from Nottingham to Southampton with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Nottingham to Southampton.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Nottingham to Southampton can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Nottingham to Southampton is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Nottingham to Southampton is 5 h 5 min   to travel the 228 km long trip, with around there is 1 coach per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Nottingham to Southampton leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Nottingham to Southampton leaves at 18: 00.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Nottingham to Southampton with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Nottingham to Southampton, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Southampton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Southampton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Nottingham, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, Nottingham, Crown Court (stop C11), Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham, Station Street (Ultralase), Nottingham, University of Nottingham and Nottingham, Victoria Bus Station (Bay 5). When arriving in Southampton, you can end your trip in coach stations like Southampton, East Park Terrace (Solent Conference Centre), Southampton Airport Parkway, Southampton, Coach Station, Southampton, Queensway, Southampton, University and Southampton, West Park Rd.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (829 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, East Park Terrace (Solent Conference Centre), located 0.6 miles (881 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Nottingham to Southampton is October.
You have options as you can travel to Southampton from Nottingham 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Nottingham to Southampton

Nottingham
Southampton
The major bus station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station for your trip from Nottingham to Southampton.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Canal Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Coffee Corner (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station
  • Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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Amenities at bus station
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information
Nottingham, North Entrance (Stop UN14)
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Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R)
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