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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Sheerness?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Sheerness. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Sheerness-on-Sea via Waterloo station, London St Pancras Intl and Sittingbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Southampton to Sheerness?

The distance between Southampton and Sheerness is 133 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Sheerness without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Southampton to Sheerness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Sheerness train from?

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

Where does the Southampton to Sheerness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Sheerness?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Sheerness is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Southampton to Sheerness.

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

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Where can I stay near Sheerness?

There are 1226+ hotels available in Sheerness.

Southampton to Sheerness - 4 ways to travel via train, line 49 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Sheerness by train, bus, 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 London Victoria to Sittingbournetrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
3h 46m
£26–112
Train, line 49 bus, bus, line 7 bus, line 334 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsladetrain
2. Take the bus from Portslade station to Brighton Universitybus 49 / ...
3. Take the bus from Brighton University to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Chequers Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
5. Take the bus from King Street to Railway Stationbus X3
6. Take the bus from Eurolink Way to Millennium Waybus 334 / ...
8h 15m
Drive 121.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Sheernesscar 121.8 mi
2h 12m
£30–43
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sittingbournetrain St Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 50m
£31–110

Southampton to Sheerness by train and bus

175Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Sheerness-on-Sea via London Waterloo, Waterloo Station / York Road, Victoria Station, London Victoria, and Sittingbourne in around 3h 46m.

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