What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Southampton Central via Havant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Southampton is 76 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Southampton bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Southampton train from?

Gatwick Airport to Southampton train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Southampton bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Southampton train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Southampton train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Havant station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Southampton is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Southampton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Havanttrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Havant to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
2h 19m
£37–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
3h 7m
£16–36
Drive 72.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Southamptoncar 72.7 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Portsmouth Harbourtrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
3h 29m

Gatwick Airport to Southampton by train

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Distance: 75.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central via Havant in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Coach Station via London Heathrow Airport T5 - and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 7m.

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