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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Dover and Southampton Port?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Southampton Port. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Dover to Southampton Port?

The distance between Dover and Southampton Port is 161 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Southampton Port without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Dover to Southampton Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Southampton Port train from?

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

Where does the Dover to Southampton Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Southampton Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Southampton Port is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Dover to Southampton Port.

Where can I stay near Southampton Port?

There are 1965+ hotels available in Southampton Port.

Dover to Southampton Port - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Southampton Port by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 21m
£72–134
Drive 143.9 mi
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1. Drive from Dover to Southampton Portcar 143.9 mi
2h 31m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 46m
£69–132
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 50m
£69–124

Dover to Southampton Port by train, foot, subway, and bus

103Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Regents Park Road via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Southampton Central, and Central Station in around 3h 21m.

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