Travel beyond the city this summer

Memorable days out don't have to cost a lot - pack a picnic, hop on the bus and travel beyond the city this summer.

We've planned some budget friendly days out by bus so you can escape the city this summer and spend the day at one with nature. All of the places mentioned are FREE to enter so your day doesn't have to cost more than your bus fare - oh and maybe a cheeky ice cream!

You might end up visiting somewhere new, or adding one of these locations to your list of 'go to' day out destinations. Check out our itineraries below:

Discover the forest on the Bluestar 6 (Bluestar & Unilink Network Zone)

The Bluestar 6 can take you into Lyndhurst, the capital of the New Forest. Spend the day exploring the village, enjoying the landscape and walking amongst the New Forest ponies. 

Click here to view a sample itinerary for your day out.

Discover Royal Victoria Country Park on the Bluestar 15 (Southampton Plus Zone)

Royal Victoria Country Park is a hidden gem in Netley with 200 acres of woodland and even a small shingle beach!

Click here to view a sample itinerary for your day out.

Discover Itchen Valley Country Park on the Bluestar 14 (Southampton Zone)

Set in the water meadow on the outskirts of Southampton, Itchen Valley Country Park has plenty for families to enjoy including play areas, forest trails and more...

Click here to view a sample itinerary for your day out.

Plan your day out beyond the city today!

We recommend you download the Bluestar app to take control of your journey. Track your bus in real time, buy tickets and check timetables for a stress free day out by bus. Single fares are capped at just £3 or our dayrider tickets offer great value for money giving you unlimited travel all day within your fare zone.

Dogs are welcome for all these days out and aboard our buses - as long as they are well behaved. Paws on the floor please!