What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between ExCeL London and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from ExCeL London to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Munday Road / Royal Victoria DLR and arriving at Coach Station via Trafalgar Square and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Southampton. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Southampton Central via Canning Town station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Southampton?

The distance between ExCeL London and Southampton is 87 miles. The road distance is 84.9 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Southampton?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from ExCeL London to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Southampton bus from?

ExCeL London to Southampton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Southampton train from?

ExCeL London to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Custom House station.

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Southampton?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Southampton is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Southampton bus arrive?

ExCeL London to Southampton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the ExCeL London to Southampton train arrive?

ExCeL London to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Southampton is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from ExCeL London to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from ExCeL London to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
1h 55m
£35–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
4h 44m
£16–33
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Southamptoncar 84.4 mi
1h 59m
£21–30
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Custom House to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 6m
£57–103

ExCeL London to Southampton by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Southampton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from ExCeL London to Coach Station via Munday Road / Royal Victoria DLR, Trafalgar Square, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 44m.

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