Bus Southampton to Bournemouth: Compare prices and save money

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/13/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/13/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/13/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/13/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/13/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/13/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton		2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/13/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/13/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton		6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/13/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/13/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/14/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/14/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/14/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/14/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/14/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/14/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton		2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/14/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/14/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton		6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/14/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/14/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/15/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/15/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/15/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/15/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/15/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/15/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton	University	2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/15/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/15/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton	University	6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/15/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/15/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/16/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/16/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/16/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/16/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/16/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/16/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton		2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/16/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/16/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton		6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/16/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/16/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/17/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/17/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/17/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/17/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/17/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/17/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton	University	2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/17/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/17/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton	University	6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/17/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/17/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/18/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/18/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/18/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/18/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/18/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/18/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton		2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/18/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/18/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton		6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from , Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/18/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/18/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	0h 40m	1:40 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	2:20 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/19/2025 1:40:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/19/2025 2:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
National Express	0h 50m	10:45 AM	Southampton	Bus Station	11:35 AM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/19/2025 10:45:00 AM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/19/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
National Express	0h 50m	1:00 PM	Southampton	Bus Station	1:50 PM	Bournemouth	Train Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/19/2025 1:00:00 PM to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/19/2025 1:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 5m	1:25 PM	Southampton	University	2:30 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/19/2025 1:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/19/2025 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 5m
FlixBus	1h 10m	5:25 PM	Southampton	University	6:35 PM	Bournemouth	Central Bus Station	Economy	$6	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Southampton (United Kingdom) at 11/19/2025 5:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/19/2025 6:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Southampton to Bournemouth is $6 on 11/10/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Southampton to Bournemouth. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 15 daily coaches between Southampton and Bournemouth.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 64 buses from Southampton to Bournemouth, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Bournemouth, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Southampton to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus	$6
Fastest Bus	0h 40m
Earliest Bus	1:40 AM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	16 Ø
Distance	24.6 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Bournemouth

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Southampton for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/13/2025 and for the following days.

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The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $6, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Bournemouth. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $6.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Bournemouth, with $6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $6.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Southampton to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Southampton to Bournemouth are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Bournemouth

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Southampton and Bournemouth.

Bus Station

Harbour Parade 2

Solent University

East Park Terrace

University

Highfield Interchange Highfield Interchange

Port

Town Quay

New Road

Central Bus Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Pier

Exeter Road

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Southampton to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Southampton to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Southampton to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Southampton to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Southampton Bournemouth bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 1h 5m to reach Bournemouth. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Southampton to Bournemouth?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $7. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bournemouth.

On average, how many connections are available from Southampton to Bournemouth each day?

Every day, the Southampton to Bournemouth bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Southampton to Bournemouth take?

The fastest bus from Southampton to Bournemouth is offered by National Express and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $6. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus arriving in Bournemouth from Southampton starts at 1:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Southampton to Bournemouth?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton for Bournemouth starts at 11:25 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Southampton Bournemouth route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton to Bournemouth, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Bournemouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Southampton to Bournemouth bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Southampton Bournemouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Southampton Bournemouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Southampton to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Southampton to Bournemouth

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Southampton and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Southampton and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!