What is the travel distance from Swindon to Southampton?

The distance between the two cities is 48 miles (78 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swindon to Southampton?

The majority of buses traveling from Swindon to Southampton start their journey at Swindon Coach Station and wind up at Southampton Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Southampton?

Once in Southampton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St Mary's Stadium, Day Trip To The Isle Of Wight, Guided Walks, Southampton’s Old Town and Southampton’s Parks.

Bus Swindon to Southampton from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Swindon to Southampton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45pm	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 55m	8:40pm	University of Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:23pm	Swindon, Coate Water	4h 7m	5:30pm	University of Southampton	Fastest
Bus	1:19pm	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 11m	5:30pm	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Regent Circus Swindon (Stop C)	5h 20m	11:20pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	1:19pm	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	4h 11m	5:30pm	University of Southampton	No tags

Next departures for Swindon to Southampton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Regent Circus Swindon (Stop C)	6h 25m	1:40pm	Southampton	Cheapest
Bus	1:23pm	Swindon, Coate Water	4h 7m	5:30pm	University of Southampton	Fastest
Bus	5:29am	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	11:00am	University of Southampton	No tags
Bus	12:05pm	Regent Circus Swindon (Stop C)	5h 35m	5:40pm	Southampton	No tags
Bus	5:29am	Swindon, Queen's Drive, Elizabeth Hs (nr jct Somerville R)	5h 31m	11:00am	University of Southampton	No tags

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Get from Swindon to Southampton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Southampton?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon Bus Stop

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 traveling from Swindon to Southampton by bus

What is the travel distance from Swindon to Southampton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Swindon to Southampton?
What are the best sights and things to do in Southampton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/17

$38

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$37

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$36

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$45

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The cheapest trip from Swindon to Southampton was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $90 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Southampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-19.