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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Rayleigh is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Rayleigh is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Rayleigh via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Southampton to Rayleigh?

The distance between Southampton and Rayleigh is 117 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Southampton to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rayleigh train from?

Southampton to Rayleigh train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Rayleigh train arrive?

Southampton to Rayleigh train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Rayleigh is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Southampton to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 1084+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

Southampton to Rayleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Rayleigh by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleightrain London Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
2h 28m
£50–102
Drive 120.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Rayleighcar 120.6 mi
2h 12m
£30–43
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Rayleightrain
3h 17m
£57–105

Southampton to Rayleigh by train and subway

256Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Rayleigh via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford (London) in around 2h 28m.

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