How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Bath?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Bath start from £13. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Bath?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Bath is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bath route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Bath?

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bath at 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.

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

A bus journey from Southampton to Bath produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Bath?

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 29818 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Bath?

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 Southampton to Bath?

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 Southampton to Bath from £11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Southampton to Bath on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Southampton	6h 40m	23:40	Bath Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Southampton Coach Station	4h 25m	22:55	Bath Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	13:30	Southampton Coach Station	5h 35m	19:05	Bath Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	6h 25m	23:40	Bath Bus Station	No tags
Bus	13:30	Southampton Coach Station	5h 35m	19:05	Bath Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 00:03 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Southampton to Bath

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bath. The journey takes about 1 hour 28 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 28mAverage duration

53 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£13 - £67	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£9 - £42	Average duration1h 28m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Bath?

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

Stops in Bath

A
Bath Bus Station
Dorchester St, The bus station is located on Dorchester Street, close to the Avon riverbank. , Bath, Bath and North East Somerset BA1 1SS, UK
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B
3 London Rd
3 London rd, Bath BA1 6QA, UK
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C
Bath University
274 Convocation Ave, Bath BA2, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,963 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton to Bath

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

How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Bath?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Bath start from £13. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Southampton to Bath?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Bath is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 53 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Bath route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Bath?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Bath at 04:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Bath?
A bus journey from Southampton to Bath produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Southampton to Bath?
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 29818 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Southampton to Bath?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Southampton to Bath?
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 Southampton to Bath?
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

06/01

£16

07/01

£15

Today

£24

09/01

£24

10/01

£24

11/01

£24

12/01

£22

13/01

£24

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Bath was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £69 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Bath based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-01-12.

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.