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

The cheapest way to get from Cherbourg to Southampton is to ferry and bus which costs £31 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cherbourg to Southampton is to ferry and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs £200 - £340.

Is there a direct ferry between Cherbourg and Southampton?

No, there is no direct ferry from Cherbourg to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Portsmouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cherbourg and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Cherbourg to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Cherbourg and arriving at Southampton Central via Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Paris Nord, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Cherbourg to Southampton?

The distance between Cherbourg and Southampton is 115 miles.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Cherbourg to Southampton?

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

The best way to get from Cherbourg to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs £210 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Cherbourg to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cherbourg to Southampton train from?

Cherbourg to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cherbourg station.

Where does the Cherbourg to Southampton train arrive?

Cherbourg to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St Lazare station.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1959+ hotels available in Southampton.

Cherbourg to Southampton - 7 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cherbourg to Southampton by car ferry, car, train (Eurostar), car train, ferry, plane, or bus

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Car ferry, drive
best
1. Take the carferry from Port of Cherbourg to Poolecarferry
2. Drive from Poole to Southamptoncar
5h 30m
£34–344
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouthferry Fr Cer-Gb Pme
2. Take the bus from International Port to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
7h 4m
£31
Train
1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Paris St Lazaretrain
2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
8h 9m
£216–375
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cherbourg to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar
7h 28m
£208–256
Ferry, fly
1. Take the ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Alderneyferry
2. Fly from Alderney Airport (ACI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane ACI - SOU
3h 50m
£202–335
Ferry via Health Centre
1. Take the ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouthferry Fr Cer-Gb Pme
6h 40m
£37–47
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Port of Cherbourg to Portsmouth International Portferry
9h 49m
£122–174

Cherbourg to Southampton by ferry, bus, foot, and train

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6h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Cherbourg, Normandy, France and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Southampton Central via Paris St Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, Brittany Ferries operates a ferry from Cherbourg to Portsmouth twice a week. Tickets cost £28 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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