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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to car ferry and bus which costs £40 - £150 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton is to drive and Eurotunnel which takes 3h 36m and costs £150 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Dunkirk and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Dunkirk to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Dunkerque and arriving at Southampton Central via Lille Europe, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Dunkirk to Southampton?

The distance between Dunkirk and Southampton is 297 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunkirk to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Dunkirk to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkirk to Southampton train from?

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

What is the time difference between Dunkirk and Southampton?

Southampton is 1h behind Dunkirk. It is currently 12:08 AM in Dunkirk and 11:08 PM in Southampton.

Where does the Dunkirk to Southampton train arrive?

Dunkirk to Southampton train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Europe station.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2003+ hotels available in Southampton.

Dunkirk to Southampton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

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There are 5 ways to get from Dunkirk to Southampton by train (Eurostar), bus, train, car, car train, or car ferry

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunkerque to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 28m
£107–207
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Dunkirk to Port of Dovercarferry
2. Take the bus from Dover to London Victoriabus 700
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central Stationbus
12h 16m
£44–144
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dunkirk - Pôle d'Échange Station to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to London St Pancras Intltrain Eil
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
7h 16m
£89–169
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calais-Fréthuncar
2. Take the cartrain from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonecartrain
3. Drive from Folkestone to Southamptoncar
3h 36m
£154–176
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Dunkirk to Calaiscar
2. Take the carferry from Calais to Port of Dovercarferry
3. Drive from Port of Dover to Southamptoncar
4h 40m
£60–119

Dunkirk to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

92Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.7 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Dunkirk, France and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Dunkerque to Southampton Central via Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 28m.

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