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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Southampton is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Southampton is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs £75 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Southampton Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Bolton to Southampton?

The distance between Bolton and Southampton is 198 miles. The road distance is 223.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Bolton to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Southampton bus from?

Bolton to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Southampton train from?

Bolton to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Bolton to Southampton?

The best way to get from Bolton to Southampton is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £190 and takes 5h 31m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Bolton to Southampton bus arrive?

Bolton to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Southampton train arrive?

Bolton to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Southampton is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Bolton to Southampton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2h 50m
£79–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 424
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
8h 59m
£51–121
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 31m
£124–188
Drive 222.6 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Southamptoncar 222.6 mi
4h 12m
£55–79
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 12m
£109–208

Bolton to Southampton by train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.7 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Loganair flies from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU) twice daily. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 18m.

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