🚌 Bus from Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley
2 direct routes · about 20 min · first bus 05:30, last bus 23:19 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19a | Bluestar | ~20 min | 96 | 05:30 | 23:19 | WestQuay (Stop BF) |
| 21 | Bluestar | ~31 min | 10 | 09:05 | 13:25 | Vincent's Walk (Stop CG) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southampton City Centre 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 Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley?
2 routes run directly from Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley: the 19a (Bluestar), the 21 (Bluestar).
How long does the bus take from Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley?
Around 20 minutes on the 19a, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 19a) leaves around 05:30 and the last around 23:19. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southampton City Centre to Upper Shirley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.