What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands to Southampton is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Brooksby College and arriving at Coach Station via St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Melton Mowbray and arriving at Southampton Central via Leicester, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from East Midlands to Southampton?

The distance between East Midlands and Southampton is 200 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

How do I travel from East Midlands to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £95 - £180.

How long does it take to get from East Midlands to Southampton?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from East Midlands to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Southampton bus from?

East Midlands to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands to Southampton train from?

East Midlands to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from East Midlands to Southampton?

The best way to get from East Midlands to Southampton is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the East Midlands to Southampton bus arrive?

East Midlands to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the East Midlands to Southampton train arrive?

East Midlands to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from East Midlands to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands to Southampton is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from East Midlands to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2003+ hotels available in Southampton.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 40m
£95–175
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central Stationbus Uk061
7h 59m
£31–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
7h 33m
£36–102
Drive 152.4 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands to Southamptoncar 152.4 mi
3h
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Melton Mowbray to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 43m
£116–164

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between East Midlands, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Southampton Central via Melton Mowbray, Leicester, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from East Midlands to Coach Station via Brooksby College, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 33m.

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