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Coach from Gatwick to Southampton in 3 hours 5 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches travel from Gatwick to Southampton in just 3 hours 5 minutes on our fastest journey, with one-way fares starting from £24.40*, providing affordable and comfortable travel between the airport and this spectacular coastal city.
Coach from Gatwick to Southampton in 3 hours 5 mins (fastest journey)
National Express coaches travel from Gatwick to Southampton in just 3 hours 5 minutes on our fastest journey, with one-way fares starting from £24.40*, providing affordable and comfortable travel between the airport and this spectacular coastal city.
| Gatwick to Southampton journey information | |
|---|---|
| Fastest journey time | 3 hrs 5 mins (from Gatwick North) |
| Cheapest price | From £24.40 * |
| Distance (approx) | 140km |
| No. of stops | 5 (other services may use further stops) |
| First & last journey daily | 7:55am/23:10pm |
Our Gatwick to Southampton services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey with ease.
Our 205 service travels up to 6 times a day and calls at the following stops:
- Gatwick Airport (South)
- Gatwick Airport (North)
- Chichester
- Portsmouth, The Hard Interchange
- Fareham Bus Station
- Southampton Coach Station
Gatwick to Southampton route map
Departing from Gatwick Airport
To pass the time until your coach departure, Gatwick Airport offers dozens of fantastic facilities within a five-minute walk from the terminal. You'll find shops, restaurants, coffee shops and more to keep you entertained before beginning your journey to Southampton.
Take a look at our Gatwick Airport facilities pages:
Arriving at Southampton Coach Station
Coaches from Gatwick Airport arrive at Southampton Coach Station from about 10:40am. The station is in the city centre, with taxi ranks outside and a free bus every 15 minutes to Southampton Railway Station. This central location offers plenty of chances to browse shops, visit cafes, or enjoy a stroll along the scenic seafront.
Take a look at our Southampton Coach Station facilities.
Perfect for:
✅ Airport travellers seeking affordable transport to Southampton
✅ Visitors wanting to explore Southampton's city centre and seafront
✅ Day-trippers benefiting from multiple daily services
Book your Gatwick to Southampton coach journey today for a comfortable, convenient and affordable travel experience with generous luggage allowance included.
Frequently asked questions
The first coach leaves from Gatwick Airport (North) at 22.40pm, arriving at Southampton Coach Station at 1.45am.
The last coach leaves from Gatwick Airport (North) at 22.40pm, arriving at Southampton Coach Station at 1.45am.
A one-way journey from Gatwick to Southampton is available from £24.40*.
Our fastest coach journeys from Gatwick to Southampton arrive in 3 hrs 5 mins.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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