Coach from London to Southampton: Cheapest bus tickets to popular coach stations
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Coach from London to Southampton in 2 hours 30 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches travel from London to Southampton up to 14 times a day, starting from £6.40 one-way*, with the fastest journey taking just 2 hours 30 minutes.
Travel in style for less with our reliable service running from early morning until late evening, giving you more time to explore this spectacular city.
Our London to Southampton services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
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Departing from London Victoria Coach Station
London Victoria Coach Station is just 300 metres from the tube network, served by the Victoria, District and Circle Lines. A bus stop sits directly outside the coach station with many routes into the city centre.
Victoria Rail Station is also just 300 metres away, with a convenient taxi rank outside the coach station on Eccleston Place.
Take a look at our London Victoria Coach Station facilities.
Arriving at Southampton Coach Station
Coaches from London Victoria arrive at Southampton Coach Station from around 3.00am, placing you in Southampton's city centre. Taxi ranks are outside, and a free bus runs every 15 minutes between the coach station and Southampton Railway Station.
The central location offers chances to browse shops and cafes or enjoy a stroll along the seafront.
Take a look at our Southampton Coach Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Day trippers wanting to maximise their time in Southampton
✅ Budget-conscious travellers seeking cheap intercity transport
✅ Visitors looking to explore Southampton's seafront and city centre
Book your journey from London to Southampton today and enjoy comfortable, affordable travel with the UK's leading coach operator.
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T&C: *Limited Availability. Price includes a £1.50 booking fee. No booking fee when logged into My Account and purchasing on the National Express website or app, otherwise £1.50 booking fee applies. Fares correct 13.07.2026 for travel between 13.07.2026 - 09.11.2026.