What is the cheapest way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Imperial College London and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Imperial College London to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Royal Albert Hall and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Imperial College London and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Imperial College London station to Southampton. However, there are services departing from South Kensington station and arriving at Southampton Central via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Imperial College London to Southampton?

The distance between Imperial College London and Southampton is 83 miles. The road distance is 75.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Imperial College London to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Imperial College London to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imperial College London to Southampton bus from?

Imperial College London to Southampton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Royal Albert Hall station.

Where do I catch the Imperial College London to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Imperial College London to Southampton?

The best way to get from Imperial College London to Southampton is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Imperial College London to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Imperial College London to Southampton train arrive?

Imperial College London to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Imperial College London to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Imperial College London to Southampton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Imperial College London to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Southampton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Imperial College London to Southampton by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 1m
£32–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Albert Hall to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
3h 21m
£14–31
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from South Kensington station to Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
3h 7m
£24–81
Drive 74.7 mi
1. Drive from Imperial College London to Southamptoncar 74.7 mi
1h 29m
£18–26
Line 345 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Natural History Museum /Cromwell Road to Clapham Junction Stationbus 345
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2h 14m
£32–72

Imperial College London to Southampton by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 82.4 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Imperial College London, England and Southampton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Imperial College London to Coach Station via Royal Albert Hall and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 21m.

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