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

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton is to subway and train which takes 1h 56m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at Coach Station via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

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 1h 56m.

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 subway and train which takes 1h 56m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Forest Gate to Southampton, including transfers.

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

Forest Gate to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

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

Forest Gate to Southampton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Stratford station.

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Southampton?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Southampton is to bus which takes 4h 41m and costs £18 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Southampton bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Southampton train arrive?

Forest Gate to Southampton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Waterloo 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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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Gate to Southampton by subway, train, bus, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Stratford station to Waterloo Stationsubway Jubilee
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
1h 56m
£38–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
4h 41m
£19–45
Drive 85.1 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Southamptoncar 85.1 mi
2h 5m
£21–30
Train
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 43m
£48–99

Forest Gate to Southampton by train and subway

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Distance: 88.7 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Forest Gate to Southampton Central via London Paddington and Reading in around 2h 43m.

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