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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Southampton is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Coach Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Southampton. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Essex to Southampton?

The distance between Essex and Southampton is 126 miles. The road distance is 123.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Essex to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Southampton bus from?

Essex to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Southampton train from?

Essex to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Southampton?

The best way to get from Essex to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Essex to Southampton bus arrive?

Essex to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Southampton train arrive?

Essex to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Southampton is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Essex to Southampton.

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

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Essex to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 36m
£55–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
5h 32m
£27–67
Drive 122.6 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Southamptoncar 122.6 mi
2h 49m
£30–43
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Shenfield to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain
3h 49m
£68–144

Essex to Southampton by train

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Distance: 125 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Southampton Central via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Coach Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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