🚌 Bus from Fareham to Southampton City Centre
3 direct routes · about 63 min · first bus 06:25, last bus 17:57 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X4 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~63 min | 22 | 06:25 | 17:57 | Bus Station (Stop L) |
| X5 | First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport | ~63 min | 22 | 06:55 | 18:20 | Bus Station (Stop L) |
| N16 | National Express | ~25 min | 1 | 11:55 | 11:55 | Bus Station (Stop A) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Fareham 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 Fareham to Southampton City Centre?
3 routes run directly from Fareham to Southampton City Centre: the X4 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport), the X5 (First Portsmouth, Fareham & Gosport), the N16 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Fareham to Southampton City Centre?
Around 63 minutes on the X4, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Fareham to Southampton City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X4) leaves around 06:25 and the last around 17:57. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Fareham to Southampton City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.