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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Southampton is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 45m.

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 51m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Mason Street and arriving at Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

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 51m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Southampton?

The distance between Runcorn and Southampton is 262 miles. The road distance is 212 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 51m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Runcorn to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Southampton bus from?

Runcorn to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

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, bus or fly from Runcorn to Southampton?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £230 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Runcorn to Southampton bus arrive?

Runcorn to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Runcorn to Southampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 51m
£93–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
8h 45m
£40–73
Drive 210.8 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Southamptoncar 210.8 mi
4h 5m
£53–76
Fly Liverpool to Southampton Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane LPL - SOU
5h 1m
£94–223
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
£89–158
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
£90–162
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 8m
£85–216
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
£78–278

Runcorn to Southampton by train and subway

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.4 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mason Street to Coach Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h 45m.

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