What is the cheapest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles is to train and ferry which costs £30 - £40 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles is to train and ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £40.

How far is it from Shanklin to The Needles?

The distance between Shanklin and The Needles is 62 miles.

How do I travel from Shanklin to The Needles without a car?

The best way to get from Shanklin to The Needles without a car is to train and ferry which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Shanklin to The Needles, including transfers.

Where can I stay near The Needles?

There are 673+ hotels available in The Needles.

Shanklin to The Needles - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and line 3 bus

There are 2 ways to get from Shanklin to The Needles by train, ferry, or bus

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Shanklin to Ryde Pier Head
2. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier
3. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horsham
2h 58m
£30–39
Line 3 bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Transport Interchange3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverport
3. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horsham
3h 42m
£35–47

Shanklin to The Needles by train and ferry

165Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.2 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Shanklin, England and The Needles, England?

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to The Needles. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, then take the train to Horsham. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Larksfield via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, Hovertravel Stop, The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth Harbour, Horsham, and Railway Station in around 3h 42m.

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