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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to train and bus which costs £24 - £60 and takes 12h.

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 41m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkirk and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkirk to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Coach Station via Gare Sncf, Calais and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

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, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

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 44m and costs £60 - £370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Dunkirk to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Southampton bus from?

Dunkirk to Southampton bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Dunkerque station.

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.

Train or bus from Dunkirk to Southampton?

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £60 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Dunkirk to Southampton bus arrive?

Dunkirk to Southampton bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Calais Ville station.

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Southampton?

Southampton is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 9:21 PM in Dunkirk and 8:21 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 6 ways to get from Dunkirk to Southampton by train (TGV, Eurostar), train, bus, 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 44m
£62–368
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Calais Villetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
12h
£25–55
Train, bus via Calais
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Calais Villetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
8h 18m
£46–111
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 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dunkerque to Calais Villebus
2. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoriabus 700 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
10h 1m
£28–60
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 41m
£71–104

Dunkirk to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

55Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunkirk to Southampton.

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Distance: 296 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkerque to Coach Station via Calais Ville, Gare Sncf, Terminal Ferry, Calais, and London Victoria in around 10h 1m.

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