What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to car ferry and bus which costs £30 - £150 and takes 12h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to drive and car ferry which takes 4h 45m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Southampton Central via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Southampton?

The distance between Dunkirk and Southampton is 298 miles.

How do I travel from Dunkirk to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £110 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Dunkirk to Southampton?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Dunkirk to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Southampton train from?

Dunkirk to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Dunkerque station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Southampton?

Southampton is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 11:14 PM in Dunkirk and 10:14 PM in Southampton.

Where does the Dunkirk to Southampton train arrive?

Dunkirk to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

How do I get a train ticket from Dunkirk to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Dunkirk to Southampton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Southampton by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 49m
£118–236
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Dunkirk to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central Stationbus
12h 16m
£34–144
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
7h 46m
£95–181
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar
3h 36m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Southamptoncar
4h 45m
£46–104

Dunkirk to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

42Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Southampton.

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Southampton Central via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 49m.

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