Southampton to Salisbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Salisbury

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 05

Cheapest price on Sep 05

€15

Average ticket price on Sep 05

€15

Fastest journey on Sep 05

55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 05

59 m

Buses on Sep 05

2

Distance

33 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Southampton to Salisbury will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast buses

On Sat, Sep 05, we found 2 buses from Southampton to Salisbury, including 2 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .

On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 3 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.

  • South Western Railway
    8:12 AM1h03
    Southampton
    9:15 AMSalisbury
    151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western Railway
    8:27 AM0h55
    Southampton
    9:22 AMSalisbury
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Southampton to Salisbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Salisbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 33 km

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Train
Driving

€15

Average price

Cheapest

€7

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Salisbury is a train with an average price of €15.
The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Salisbury is by train with an average journey time of 34m.

Other travel options to Salisbury take longer:

Bus takes on average 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Salisbury including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Southampton to Salisbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Salisbury buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express7:50 PM Southampton
0h40
8:30 PM Salisbury0 transfersDirect
Saturday, September 5
South Western Railway8:12 AM Southampton
1h03
9:15 AM Salisbury0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway8:27 AM Southampton
0h55
9:22 AM Salisbury0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Southampton to Salisbury buses with Omio?

National Express as well as Salisbury Reds offer buses services from Southampton to Salisbury.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Southampton to Salisbury.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Salisbury Reds to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Salisbury.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Salisbury.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Salisbury.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Salisbury

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Take a bus from Southampton to Salisbury and enjoy the approximately 33 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 33 km distance in 1h 7m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11
Distance
33 km
Average bus duration
54m
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 7m
First bus
12:07 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €11

Bus providers: National Express, Salisbury Reds from Southampton to SalisburyYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Salisbury with National Express, Salisbury Reds for as low as €11. 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 National Express Duration
40m
Cheapest National Express Price
€6
National Express frequency
1 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.

Salisbury Reds

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Salisbury Reds Duration
1h 7m
Salisbury Reds frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Bus from Southampton to Salisbury

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Salisbury 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 Salisbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Southampton to Salisbury is 1h 7m to travel the 33 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Southampton to Salisbury leaves at 12:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Southampton to Salisbury leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Southampton to Salisbury with National Express, Salisbury Reds. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Southampton to Salisbury, you can count on National Express, Salisbury Reds for the best way to get you to Salisbury. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Southampton and Salisbury and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach), located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Salisbury from Southampton is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 7m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Southampton to Salisbury is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Salisbury including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Southampton to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Southampton to Salisbury depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Southampton to Salisbury:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Southampton to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Southampton to Salisbury

Most Southampton to Salisbury buses use the Southampton, Coach Station to Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach) station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Salisbury bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Southampton
Arrival bus stations in Salisbury

Which Southampton station do buses to Salisbury leave from?

Buses from Southampton to Salisbury leave from Southampton, Coach Station. The station is from Southampton city centre at Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom.
Southampton, Coach StationHarbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Southampton, Coach Station from Southampton city centre

BusX4, X5 · 5m · €2 · every ~20 min

Southampton, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Southampton, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Express (in the station), Sandwich Bar (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Southampton, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Southampton, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

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