What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin is to bus and ferry and line 3 bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 5h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin is to train and Catamaran which takes 3h 26m and costs £45 - £100.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Shanklin?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Shanklin is 87 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Shanklin without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin without a car is to train and Catamaran which takes 3h 26m and costs £45 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shanklin?

There are 1959+ hotels available in Shanklin.

Waterloo Station to Shanklin - 3 ways to travel via train, Catamaran, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, Catamaran
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour
2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry
3h 26m
£47–99
Bus, ferry, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Clarence Pierbus 030 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry
3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Youth Centrebus 2 / ...
5h 58m
£42–79
Train, Catamaran via Victoria Station
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour
2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry
4h 44m
£59–133

Waterloo Station to Shanklin by bus and ferry

25Weekly Services

5h 58mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Waterloo Station to Shanklin.

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, Greater London, England and Shanklin, England?

There is no direct connection from Waterloo Station to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station / Waterloo Road to Youth Centre via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, Clarence Pier, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 5h 58m.

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