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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Southampton is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Southampton?

The distance between Runcorn and Southampton is 262 miles. The road distance is 212.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Runcorn to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Southampton train from?

Runcorn to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or fly from Runcorn to Southampton?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 44m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £240 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Runcorn to Southampton train arrive?

Runcorn to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Southampton is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Runcorn to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Runcorn to Southampton - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Runcorn to Southampton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London Eustontrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 44m
£95–179
Drive 210.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Southamptoncar 210.9 mi
4h 5m
£52–75
Fly Liverpool to Southampton Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LPL - SOU
5h 1m
£84–233
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Wolverhamptontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 3m
£101–170
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 7m
£101–189
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewetrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
4h 7m
£86–218
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus
6h 16m
£77–309

Runcorn to Southampton by train

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Distance: 260.4 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Southampton Central via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, easyJet, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU) 3 times a day.

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