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How to get fromWaterloo Station to Cowesby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Cowes by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    2h 28m
    £48–92

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus bus 032
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    4h 54m
    £31–61

Waterloo Station to Cowes by train, bus, and ferry

Calendar218Weekly Services
Duration2h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket£48Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 91.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Waterloo Station to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Central Station, take the bus to Red Jet Terminal, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station / York Road to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Coach Station, Marlands, Red Jet Terminal, and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 4h 54m.

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