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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Southampton is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Southampton?

The distance between Canterbury and Southampton is 152 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Canterbury to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Southampton bus from?

Canterbury to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Southampton train from?

Canterbury to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Southampton?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Southampton is to train via London which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Canterbury to Southampton bus arrive?

Canterbury to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Southampton train arrive?

Canterbury to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Southampton is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Canterbury to Southampton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Canterbury to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 48m
£69–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
5h 47m
£28–71
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Southamptoncar 130.4 mi
2h 20m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 17m
£66–145
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Star Arcadebus X3
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Railway Stationbus 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Hove to Southampton Centraltrain
7h 51m
£41–75

Canterbury to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 5h 47m.

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