The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 42 buses that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for London Heathrow Airport on Tue, Apr 21, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 21 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Tue, Apr 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus2:45 PM1h50Southampton Central (SOU)4:35 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:05 AM1h30Southampton Central (SOU)5:35 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:05 AM1h50Southampton Central (SOU)7:55 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:05 AM1h40Southampton Central (SOU)5:45 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:45 PM1h35Southampton Central (SOU)6:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$221One-way0 transfers
NX0324:15 AM1h25Southampton, Coach Station5:40 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$421One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:05 AM1h30Southampton Central (SOU)5:35 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$221One-way0 transfers
NX0328:30 PM1h30Southampton, Coach Station10:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$371One-way0 transfers
NX0326:30 PM1h30Southampton, Coach Station8:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$371One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:45 PM1h35Southampton Central (SOU)6:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $38.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Ferry |
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$27 Average price | $102 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Monday, April 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 2:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 2:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 6:20 AM 6:20 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NXN40 | Delayed 8:30 AM 2:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 2h20 | 4:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 4:15 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h25 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX230 | Delayed 8:30 AM 4:15 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 2h45 | 7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 4:15 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h40 | 6:20 AM 6:20 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 5:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 5:05 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h55 | 6:20 AM 6:20 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 7:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h35 | 7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 6:25 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h45 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 6:25 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 2h05 | 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX240 | Delayed 8:30 AM 6:25 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 2h30 | 3:00 PM 3:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 7:30 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 2h10 | 9:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX230 | Delayed 8:30 AM 7:30 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 3h40 | 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | Delayed 8:30 AM 7:30 AMSouthampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h35 | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 12:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h55 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 12:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | Delayed 1:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:10 PM 3:10 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX240 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 2h45 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 2:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 2h00 | 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 2:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h40 | 4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX230 | On time 2:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 3h10 | 5:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 4:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h35 | 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 3:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 2h00 | 5:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 3:20 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h40 | 5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h35 | 6:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 6:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 5:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 7:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 5:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 7:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 7:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 8:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 7:00 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 8:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NXN40 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 3h55 | 12:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 10:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h30 | 10:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, April 21 | |||||
NX032 | 2:05 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 3:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | 2:05 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h50 | 3:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NXN40 | 2:05 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 2h20 | 4:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h40 | 5:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | 4:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h25 | 5:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX230 | 4:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 2h45 | 7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | 4:15 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h40 | 5:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX240 | 5:35 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX032 | 5:35 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h35 | 7:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 | 5:35 AM Southampton, Coach Station | 1h55 | 7:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:25, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€12) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 5:25 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $16 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, 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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