What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton is to bus which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £17 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant and Castle to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from London College of Comm and arriving at Southampton Central Station via Green Line Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Southampton is 79 miles. The road distance is 78.8 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant and Castle to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £17 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

The train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Southampton bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Green Line Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Southampton train from?

Elephant and Castle to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs £17 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £16 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Southampton bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Southampton Central Station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Southampton train arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Southampton is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Elephant and Castle to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Elephant and Castle to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Elephant and Castle to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton CentralLondon Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
1h 13m
£17–65
Bus via Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Station032 / ...
3h 48m
£8–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central StationUk061
3h 47m
£11–16
Drive 78.3 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Southampton78.3 mi
1h 40m
£20–29

Elephant and Castle to Southampton by train

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, England and Southampton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £17–65 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–16 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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