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Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton Bus

Q: What is the distance between Gatwick (Airport) and Southampton?

The distance between these two places is a total of 146 km.

Q: What is the average travel time between Gatwick (Airport) and Southampton?

The average travel time between the stations is 03:17 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €22.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

The average number of daily departures is 31. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a bus change, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a bus change involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How do I get from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton by bus?

To travel from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses traveling between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Gatwick (Airport)?

The earliest is at 06:55 and the latest is at 22:30.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton Route Summary

Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 31 daily bus departures available, including 8 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Gatwick (Airport) bus station at 06:55h, arriving at Southampton bus station at 10:25h the same day. While latest bus departs at 22:30h, arriving at 01:20h the following day.

Departure station and country Gatwick (Airport), United Kingdom

Arrival station and country Southampton, United Kingdom

Travel Distance 146 km

Average Trip Duration 03h 17min

Total Departures 31

Popular Operators National Express

Lowest Price €22

Transportation Options Bus

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

06:55 London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

3h 30min

10:25 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

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07:10 London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

3h 15min

10:25 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

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09:30 London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

3h 25min

12:55 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

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09:45 London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

3h 10min

12:55 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

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12:00 London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

3h 30min

15:30 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

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Getting from Gatwick (Airport) and Southampton by bus

The shortest travel distance between Gatwick (Airport) and Southampton is 146 km. The fastest bus which departs at 22:30 has a travel time of 02:50h. The longest travel time on the route is 03:45h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Southampton earlier, there are 8 night buses from Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton. The overnight buses depart between 22:15 and 22:30 and arrive between 01:20 and 01:35 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Southampton:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

22:15 London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

3h 5min

01:20 Southampton University of Southampton

National Express

from 28 HRK

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22:15 London Gatwick Airport South Terminal

3h 20min

01:35 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 30. Jul

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22:30 London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

2h 50min

01:20 Southampton University of Southampton

National Express

from 25.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 30. Jul

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22:30 London Gatwick Airport North Terminal

3h 5min

01:35 Southampton Coach Station

National Express

from 22.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 30. Jul

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Bus companies operating the Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton route

National Express is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 313 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

8.2 National Express

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Gatwick (Airport) or Southampton bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Gatwick (Airport)

You can see information about the departure station and stops Gatwick (Airport) here

Southampton

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Southampton here

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €22 (One-Way) or €44 (Return).

Travel reviews for Gatwick (Airport) to Southampton bus

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Other popular destinations from Gatwick (Airport)

If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Gatwick (Airport), below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

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Gatwick (Airport) - Bournemouth

Gatwick (Airport) - Coventry

Gatwick (Airport) - Oxford

Gatwick (Airport) - Guildford

Gatwick (Airport) - Nottingham

Gatwick (Airport) - Portsmouth

Gatwick (Airport) - Leicester

Gatwick (Airport) - Milton Keynes

Gatwick (Airport) - Eastbourne

Gatwick (Airport) - Canterbury

Gatwick (Airport) - Bristol

Gatwick (Airport) - Chichester

Gatwick (Airport) - East Grinstead

Gatwick (Airport) - Manchester (Airport)

Gatwick (Airport) - Norwich

Gatwick (Airport) - Mitcham

Gatwick (Airport) - Cardiff

Gatwick (Airport) - Poole

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Gatwick (Airport) - Northampton

Gatwick (Airport) - Worthing

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Gatwick (Airport) - Fareham

Gatwick (Airport) - Derby

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Other popular destinations from Southampton

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Southampton, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Southampton - Bournemouth

Southampton - Stansted (Airport)

Southampton - London

Southampton - London Luton (Airport)

Southampton - Heathrow (Airport)

Southampton - Portsmouth

Southampton - Winchester

Southampton - Poole

Southampton - Basingstoke

Southampton - Brighton

Southampton - Salisbury

Southampton - Bath