Travel Information
Compare bus for Ramsgate to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ramsgate to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 38, while a train costs an average of CHF 74.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF 38 Average price Cheapest | CHF 74 Average price | CHF 44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Ramsgate to Southampton
Compare the available ways to get from Ramsgate to Southampton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Ramsgate to Southampton:
A bus is CHF 37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ramsgate to Southampton costing on average CHF 74.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 52m.
Tickets start at around CHF 38 compared to roughly CHF 44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 7. The journey takes 6h 22m versus 2h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Ramsgate to Southampton
How to get from Ramsgate to Southampton by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Ramsgate to Southampton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

3:30 PM 6h50 Ramsgate 10:20 PM Southampton CHF 55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Cheapest

3:30 PM 6h50 Ramsgate 10:20 PM Southampton CHF 55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest

3:30 PM 6h50 Ramsgate 10:20 PM Southampton CHF 55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options

6:15 AM 8h05 Ramsgate 2:20 PM Southampton CHF 55 1 One-way 1 transfer
11:30 AM 8h40 Ramsgate 8:10 PM Southampton CHF 55 1 One-way 1 transfer
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights
Compare bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
FAQs: Travel from Ramsgate to Southampton
Travel to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ramsgate to Southampton.

This is compared to other travel options from Ramsgate to Southampton:
A bus is CHF 37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ramsgate to Southampton costing on average CHF 74.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 52m.
- Around 5 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ramsgate and Southampton as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Ramsgate, Harbour Parade and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.
- Trains mostly depart from Ramsgate station (RAM) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
- Travel with South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern to go to Southampton by train.
- Travel with National Express to go to Southampton by bus.
Travelling from Ramsgate to Southampton: related information
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

