What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Southampton Central via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Southampton?

The distance between Forest Gate and Southampton is 89 miles. The road distance is 85.6 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Forest Gate to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Southampton train from?

Forest Gate to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Southampton train arrive?

Forest Gate to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Southampton is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Forest Gate to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1969+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate 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 / ...
2h 5m
£35–67
Drive 85.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Southamptoncar 85.1 mi
2h 5m
£21–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Heathrow Terminal 5train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
2h 53m
£29–55
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain
2h 29m
£43–105

Forest Gate to Southampton by train and bus

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2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.8 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Southampton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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