The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Bristol
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Bristol will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Bristol without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX032 · NX040
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NX032 · NX202
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NX032 · NX202Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 103 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Southampton to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Bristol buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 · NX040 | Delayed 6:25 PM 2:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 7h10 | 9:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX201 | Delayed 6:25 PM 4:15 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h15 | 9:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | Delayed 6:25 PM 5:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h30 | 10:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | Delayed 6:25 PM 6:25 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 11:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | Delayed 6:25 PM 7:30 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h05 | 12:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | Delayed 6:25 PM 9:15 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | Delayed 6:25 PM 10:45 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | Delayed 6:25 PM 12:15 PMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h30 | 5:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | Delayed 6:25 PM 1:15 PMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h25 | 6:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | Delayed 6:25 PM 2:30 PMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h35 | 8:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | Delayed 6:25 PM 3:20 PMSouthampton, Coach Station | 5h15 | 8:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h00 | 11:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 5h45 | 11:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 7:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h25 | 11:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX201 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 6h05 | 2:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX040 | Delayed 4:15 AM 2:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 7h10 | 10:15 AM 10:15 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX201 | On time 4:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h15 | 9:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 5:25 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 10:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | Delayed 6:45 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 1:35 PM 1:35 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h45 | 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 7:45 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 12:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | On time 10:45 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h00 | 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 5h45 | 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h20 | 5:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 5h10 | 6:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX200 | On time 2:45 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 7:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 3:45 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h50 | 8:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX202 | On time 7:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 4h25 | 11:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX201 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 6h05 | 2:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Bristol
Buses from Southampton to Bristol run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 103 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Southampton to BristolYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Bristol with National Express for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Southampton to Bristol
- 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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