Southampton to Salisbury bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Salisbury

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

40 m

Buses per day

1

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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Southampton for Salisbury on Thu, Dec 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 33 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 40 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.

National ExpressNX032
09:10PM0h40
Southampton, Coach Station
09:50PMSalisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach)
€91One-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 bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 33 km

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Train

€9

Average price

Cheapest

€14

Average price

1h 26m

Average total duration

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

35m

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Great Western Rail

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Live departures

Southampton to Salisbury bus times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Salisbury buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
national_expressNX0329:10 PM Southampton, Coach Station
0h40
9:50 PM Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Salisbury

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Buses from Southampton to Salisbury run on average 1 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

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 40m.

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
33 km
Average bus duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
40m
First bus
00:07
Last bus
23:50
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, Salisbury Reds from Southampton to SalisburyYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Salisbury with National Express, Salisbury Reds for as low as €6. 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
40m
Cheapest 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.
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Salisbury Reds

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 11m
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
Cheap coach tickets from Southampton to Salisbury can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Southampton to Salisbury is €8; 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 Southampton to Salisbury is 40 min   to travel the 32 km long journey, with around there is 1 coach per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Southampton to Salisbury leaves at 08: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Southampton to Salisbury leaves at 20: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Southampton to Salisbury without having to change trains with Salisbury Reds. There is 1 direct coach from Southampton to Salisbury each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Southampton to Salisbury coach with National Express, Bus or Salisbury Reds. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Southampton and Salisbury as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Southampton, Coach Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salisbury, Castle St (Mill Stream Approach), located 0.4 miles (660 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Salisbury from Southampton is worth doing with a journey time of 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Southampton to Salisbury by coach is March.
You have options as you can travel to Salisbury from Southampton 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Southampton to Salisbury has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Southampton to Salisbury, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
    No, luggage for the coach from Southampton to Salisbury needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Southampton to Salisbury.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Southampton to Salisbury

    Southampton
    Salisbury
    The major bus station for departures in Southampton is Southampton, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton, Coach Station for your trip from Southampton to Salisbury.
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    Amenities at bus station
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    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
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    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, United Kingdom
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    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Harbour Parade
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Express (in the station)
    • Sandwich Bar (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available near the entrance.
    Public transit options for Southampton, Coach Station
    • Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway

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