3
Southampton City Cen ↔ Eastleigh Bus Times
08:55
165 minBus Station 10:1509:55
225 minBus Station 11:1510:55
285 minBus Station 12:1511:55
345 minBus Station 13:1512:00
350 minBus Station 13:2512:55
405 minBus Station 14:15SATURDAY · 19 services08:55 — 20:10
The 3 bus runs between Southampton City Cen and Eastleigh, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 71 stops. Looking like 18°C and clear for the next bus at 08:55. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 3 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
Southampton City CenNicholstownNorthamBitterne ManorBitterneThornhill ParkHedge EndWildernHedge End Town CtrBroadoakBotleyBoorley GreenBoorley ParkHorton HeathFair OakBishopstokeEastleigh
Where does the 3 bus stop?
The 3 serves 71 stops passing through Southampton City Cen, Nicholstown, Northam, Bitterne Manor, Bitterne, Thornhill Park, Hedge End, Wildern, Hedge End Town Ctr, Broadoak, Botley, Boorley Green, Boorley Park, Horton Heath, Fair Oak, Bishopstoke and Eastleigh. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 3 run on weekends?
Yes, the 3 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 3?
Most Go-Ahead services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Go-Ahead for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 3 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 3. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Go-Ahead to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: ETBU, GAHL, LCAG, CROP, GAWY, LGEN, LONC, BTRI, DBLU, EYMS, GONW, OXBC, THTR, CSLB, NATI, BLUS, WDBC, SWWD, TDTR, SVCT, TOUR, DAMY, UNIL, METR, PROC, BHBC, DDIS, GNEL, PLYC, GOSW, UNBU, TFCN, SDMS, OEXP, MBGA, CSSO, GAGL, PULH
Valid from 23 Mar 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 71 bus stops across 17 areas.