What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Southampton Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

The distance between Cambridge and Southampton Central Station is 138 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Southampton Central Station bus from?

Cambridge to Southampton Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Southampton Central Station train from?

Cambridge to Southampton Central Station train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Cambridge to Southampton Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Southampton Central Station train arrive?

Cambridge to Southampton Central Station train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Southampton Central Station is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Southampton Central Station?

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Cambridge to Southampton Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Southampton Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 47m
£57–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
4h 52m
£29–73
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Southampton Central Stationcar 129.4 mi
2h 18m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hale Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
3h 37m
£55–121
Train, bus via The Hard Interchange
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East Croydontrain
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
3. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Central Stationbus X5 / ...
5h 49m

Cambridge to Southampton Central Station by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 137.1 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Southampton Central Station, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Southampton Central via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Southampton Central Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 4h 52m.

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