The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
34
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and ferry for London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry |
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€25 Average price | €24 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) buses for today, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 PM London Gatwick Airport | 3h30 | 3:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX201 · NX032 | Delayed 7:50 AM 5:40 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h50 | 9:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX201 · NX032 | Delayed 7:40 AM 5:50 AMLondon, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h40 | 9:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 7:45 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h35 | 11:20 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 8:00 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 11:20 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 9:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h20 | 12:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h10 | 1:40 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 AM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h00 | 1:40 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 9:40 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 12:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 9:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h55 | 1:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 10:10 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h40 | 1:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 11:20 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 2:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 11:30 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 2:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 12:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 4:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 1:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 4:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h30 | 5:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:25 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 4h20 | 5:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 2:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 4h00 | 6:10 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 2:20 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h50 | 6:10 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX201 · NX032 | On time 4:00 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h40 | 7:40 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX201 · NX032 | On time 4:15 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h25 | 7:40 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 4:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h45 | 8:40 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 5:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h30 | 8:40 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 6:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h25 | 9:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 6:35 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 9:50 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 7:10 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h35 | 10:45 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 7:25 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h20 | 10:45 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h55 | 11:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM Gatwick Airport (North Terminal) | 3h45 | 11:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 8:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h20 | 12:05 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 8:55 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h10 | 12:05 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 10:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h00 | 1:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX032 | On time 10:40 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 2h50 | 1:30 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 11:30 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South | 3h30 | 3:00 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX032 | On time 11:45 PM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 3h15 | 3:00 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 09:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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