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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Southampton is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Coach Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Dover to Southampton?

The distance between Dover and Southampton is 160 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Dover to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Southampton train from?

Dover to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Southampton?

The best way to get from Dover to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Dover to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Southampton train arrive?

Dover to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Dover to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Southampton is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Dover to Southampton.

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

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 4m
£74–176
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
7h 3m
£30–78
Drive 143.6 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Southamptoncar 143.6 mi
2h 31m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 27m
£70–153
Train via Eastbourne
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train Ashford International - Eastbourne
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
5h 39m
£72–154

Dover to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 158.9 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Southampton Central via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Coach Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 3m.

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