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Compare all timetables for the bus from Southampton to Bristol

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

today
$19
tomorrow
$20
Friday
$25
Saturday
$35
Sunday
$30
Monday
$25
Tuesday
$24

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 20m 7:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 12:35 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 5h 55m 10:50 AM Southampton Bus Station 4:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $19
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $19
National Express 8h 8m 3:20 PM Southampton University 11:28 PM Bristol Clifton Down  Economy $23
National Express 8h 5m 3:20 PM Southampton University 11:25 PM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 5h 40m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 5h 55m 10:50 AM Southampton Bus Station 4:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $21
National Express 7h 55m 12:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:10 PM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $27
National Express 6h 55m 4:30 PM Southampton Bus Station 11:25 PM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $27

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 35m 1:35 PM Southampton University 8:10 PM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $25
National Express 6h 40m 1:35 PM Southampton University 8:15 PM Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy $25
National Express 6h 55m 1:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:10 PM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $27
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $28
FlixBus 5h 30m 9:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 30m 9:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 5h 15m 9:30 AM Southampton University 2:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 5h 55m 10:50 AM Southampton Bus Station 4:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $37
National Express 6h 55m 2:20 AM Southampton University 9:15 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 20m 5:40 AM Southampton University 12:00 PM Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 40m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 20m 7:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 12:35 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 6h 55m 2:20 AM Southampton University 9:15 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $38
National Express 6h 15m 5:40 AM Southampton University 11:55 AM Bristol University Queens Rd  Economy $38

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 5h 40m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 6h 55m 2:20 AM Southampton University 9:15 AM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 6h 38m 5:20 AM Southampton University 11:58 AM Bristol Clifton Down  Economy $35
National Express 6h 38m 1:35 PM Southampton University 8:13 PM Bristol Clifton Down  Economy $35

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 5h 40m 5:15 PM Southampton University 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 5h 55m 5:00 PM Southampton Bus Station 10:55 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 5h 30m 9:15 AM Southampton Bus Station 2:45 PM Bristol Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 7h 10m 5:35 AM Southampton Bus Station 12:45 PM Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy $37
National Express 8h 0m 12:15 PM Southampton Bus Station 8:15 PM Bristol Black Boy Hill  Economy $37

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Southampton to Bristol is $12 on 1/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Southampton and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Southampton and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 45 daily buses from Southampton to Bristol. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 37 daily coaches between Southampton and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 131 buses from Southampton to Bristol, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Southampton and Bristol, with 21 offers.

Facts about the bus from Southampton to Bristol

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 43 times every day by bus from Southampton to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol starting from $12!

Cheapest Bus $12
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:50 AM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 43 Ø
Distance 63.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Southampton to Bristol

Every day, 43 buses from 2 bus companies leave Southampton for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
$19
Thursday 12/18
$59
Friday 12/19
$40
Saturday 12/20
$35
Sunday 12/21
$38
Monday 12/22
$25
Tuesday 12/23
$62
Wednesday 12/24
$32
Thursday 12/25
$39
Friday 12/26
$60
Saturday 12/27
$33
Sunday 12/28
$40
Monday 12/29
$38
Tuesday 12/30
$26
Wednesday 12/31
$28
Thursday 01/01
$21
Friday 01/02
$22
Saturday 01/03
$20
Sunday 01/04
$22
Monday 01/05
$12
Tuesday 01/06
$16
Wednesday 01/07
$14
Thursday 01/08
Friday 01/09
$13
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Southampton to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Bristol, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $12, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Southampton to Bristol. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $22.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Southampton to Bristol, with $12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

How to save money travelling from Southampton to Bristol

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 Bristol 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Bristol

These are the most booked bus companies between Southampton to Bristol from our users.

National Express from Southampton to Bristol

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Southampton to Bristol:

Cheapest Price $23
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Bus 5:50 AM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 36 Ø
Found on 12/15/2025

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Bristol

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

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 Bristol? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Bristol.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Bristol

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Bristol bus

How much does a Southampton Bristol bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $12 and takes 5h 20m to reach Bristol. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $12 and $86. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bristol.

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

Every day, the Southampton to Bristol bus route is served by approximately 43 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Southampton to Bristol is offered by National Express and takes 4h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Southampton to Bristol?

The earliest bus arriving in Bristol from Southampton starts at 5:50 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 Bristol?

The latest bus trip departing from Southampton for Bristol starts at 8:30 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 Bristol route?

When traveling by bus from Southampton to Bristol, 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 Bristol?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton and Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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 Bristol on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Southampton to Bristol?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 43 daily trips between Southampton and Bristol. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Southampton to Bristol?

Prices and availability for 43 trips between Southampton and Bristol change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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