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

The distance between Nottingham and Southampton by coach is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

How can I get from Nottingham to Southampton without driving?

The best way to go from Nottingham to Southampton without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Nottingham to Southampton from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nottingham to Southampton on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 30m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 40m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 15m	13:25	Southampton University	No tags
Bus	05:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 15m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 55m	23:20	Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Southampton on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 30m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 40m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 15m	13:25	Southampton University	No tags
Bus	05:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 15m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 55m	23:20	Southampton	No tags

Next departures from Nottingham to Southampton on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 30m	13:40	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 40m	23:05	Southampton University	Fastest
Bus	05:10	University of Nottingham	8h 15m	13:25	Southampton University	No tags
Bus	05:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 15m	13:40	Southampton	No tags
Bus	16:25	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 55m	23:20	Southampton	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Southampton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

8h 15mAverage duration

140 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£15 - £37	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£56 - £360	Average duration4h 28m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£27 - £27	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,341 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11341 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £15

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Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Southampton?

Stops in Nottingham

A - Coach Station

B - 34 Long Row W

C - 33 Derby Rd

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 Nottingham to Southampton

What's the distance between Nottingham and Southampton by coach?
The distance between Nottingham and Southampton by coach is approximately 142 miles (229 km).
How can I get from Nottingham to Southampton without driving?
The best way to go from Nottingham to Southampton without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

£13

15/11

£20

Today

No data

17/11

£20

18/11

No data

19/11

£15

20/11

£19

21/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Southampton was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £25 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Nottingham to Southampton?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h 15m	Avg price£21	Daily departures6
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 28m	Avg price£78	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h	Avg price£27	Daily departures1