How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Southampton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Southampton start from $19. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Southampton?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Southampton is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Southampton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Southampton?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Southampton at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Southampton?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Southampton generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Southampton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Southampton?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Southampton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Southampton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Birmingham to Southampton from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Southampton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Coach Station	4h	5:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	3h 50m	8:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:30pm	Coach Station	4h	5:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:35pm	Great Charles Street Queensway	7h 45m	11:20pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Coach Station	4h	5:30pm	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Southampton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	1:40pm	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	3h 50m	8:50pm	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:10am	Coach Station	5h 20m	9:30am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	5h 50m	5:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:10am	Coach Station	5h 20m	9:30am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Southampton on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	1:40pm	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Coach Station	5h 30m	9:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:50am	Great Charles Street Queensway	5h 50m	5:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Coach Station	5h 30m	9:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Southampton on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:40am	Coach Station	4h	12:40pm	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Coach Station	3h 35m	8:35pm	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:20am	Coach Station	5h 30m	9:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	1:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	4:20am	Coach Station	5h 30m	9:50am	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:28 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

179 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $139	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$42 - $563	Average Duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$26 - $44	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Southampton?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,769 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29769 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $19

National Express Birmingham Southampton recent customer reviews

I never expected the travel to Southampton. To be so easy very good value for money friendly staff .Only downside I was cold the whole journey

Eileen K.

March 24, 2019

Loved the journey, thanks.

A S.

July 11, 2025

We got late for an hour that was disappointing

Aland F.

January 19, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,285 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

Based on 4285 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $54

Megabus Birmingham Southampton recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the fact that I had to wait more than 2 hours for a coach which is very disappointing

Parminder S.

April 8, 2024

The communication from the bus driver

Blessing Ifeyinwa N.

September 1, 2023

was very impressed about the driver.

Vivian O.

August 15, 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Southampton by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Southampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Southampton start from $19. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Southampton?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Southampton is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Southampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Southampton?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Southampton at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Southampton?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Southampton generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Southampton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Southampton?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Southampton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-13

$41

12-14

$42

Today

$35

12-16

$26

12-17

$25

12-18

$34

12-19

$39

12-20

$42

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Southampton was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Southampton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $146 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-17.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.