What's the distance between Birmingham and Southampton by coach?

The journey from Birmingham to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 111 miles (179 km).

What is the best way to go from Birmingham to Southampton without a car?

You can reach Southampton from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus Birmingham to Southampton from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Southampton on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Coach Station	6h 40m	00:05	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	08:40	Coach Station	4h	12:40	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:20	Coach Station	5h 20m	09:40	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:20	Coach Station	5h 20m	09:40	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Southampton on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Coach Station	4h	12:40	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 50m	20:50	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Southampton on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	Coach Station	7h 15m	01:00	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 50m	20:50	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Southampton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:45	Coach Station	7h 15m	01:00	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 50m	20:50	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Birmingham to Southampton on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	Coach Station	6h 50m	00:05	Southampton Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 50m	20:50	Southampton Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:30	Great Charles Street Queensway	6h 10m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	04:10	Coach Station	5h 10m	09:20	Southampton Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Birmingham to Southampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

111 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£11 - £78	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £313	Average duration2h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£22 - £25	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29711 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £11

National Express Birmingham Southampton recent customer reviews

I never expected the travel to Southampton. To be so easy very good value for money friendly staff .Only downside I was cold the whole journey

Eileen K.

24 March 2019

Loved the journey, thanks.

A S.

11 July 2025

We got late for an hour that was disappointing

Aland F.

19 January 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,327 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4271 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £30

Megabus Birmingham Southampton recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the fact that I had to wait more than 2 hours for a coach which is very disappointing

Parminder S.

8 April 2024

The communication from the bus driver

Blessing Ifeyinwa N.

1 September 2023

was very impressed about the driver.

Vivian O.

15 August 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Southampton?

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Birmingham to Southampton

What's the distance between Birmingham and Southampton by coach?
The journey from Birmingham to Southampton by coach covers an approximate distance of 111 miles (179 km).
What is the best way to go from Birmingham to Southampton without a car?
You can reach Southampton from Birmingham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/11

£18

15/11

£23

Today

£27

17/11

£13

18/11

£14

19/11

£12

20/11

£12

21/11

£12

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Southampton was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £80 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-21.