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The cheapest and fastest buses from Southampton to Bath

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$18

Average price

$36

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

4 h 13 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

85 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Southampton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton to Bath will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Southampton for Bath on Mon, Jun 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 6 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.

National Express
02:50PM7h05
Southampton
09:55PMBath
$181One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:10PM6h35
Southampton
09:45PMBath
$181One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:25PM6h25
Southampton
06:50PMBath
$421One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
04:11PM3h04
Southampton
07:15PMBath
$491One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Rail
07:11PM2h29
Southampton
09:40PMBath
$531One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Southampton to Bath

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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€35

Average price

Cheapest

€56

Average price

6h 29m

Average duration

5h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Southampton to Bath

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Buses from Southampton to Bath run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Distance
52 miles (84 km)
Average bus duration
5h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€15)
Buses per day
14
Fastest bus
2h 23m
First bus
04:45
Last bus
19:11
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express and Great Western Rail from Southampton to Bath

Travel between Southampton and Bath from $18 (€15) with Omio’s bus partners National Express and Great Western Rail! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Southampton - Bath bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Southampton to Bath bus information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $18

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