🚌 Bus from Bitterne to Shirley (Southampton)
3 direct routes · about 39 min · first bus 04:50, last bus 21:08 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Bluestar | ~39 min | 146 | 04:50 | 21:08 | Bitterne Shops (Stop BA) |
| 16 | Bluestar | ~36 min | 41 | 05:17 | 22:49 | Bramble Mews (adj) |
| N18 | Bluestar | ~23 min | 6 | 01:43 | 03:43 | Bitterne Shops (Stop BA) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bitterne on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bitterne to Shirley?
3 routes run directly from Bitterne to Shirley: the 18 (Bluestar), the 16 (Bluestar), the N18 (Bluestar).
How long does the bus take from Bitterne to Shirley?
Around 39 minutes on the 18, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bitterne to Shirley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 18) leaves around 04:50 and the last around 21:08. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bitterne to Shirley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.