What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Southampton is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Kent to Southampton?

The distance between Kent and Southampton is 127 miles. The road distance is 113.6 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Southampton?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Kent to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Southampton train from?

Kent to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Lenham station.

Where does the Kent to Southampton train arrive?

Kent to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Kent to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Southampton is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Kent to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Kent to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2043+ hotels available in Southampton.

Kent to Southampton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kent to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
3h 13m
£56–122
Drive 113 mi
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1. Drive from Kent to Southamptoncar 113 mi
2h 3m
£28–40
Line 7 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Royal Star Arcade to Royal Victoria Placebus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Royal Victoria Place to Valley Gardensbus 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 34m
£41–79

Kent to Southampton by train

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Southampton Central via London Victoria and Clapham Junction in around 3h 13m.

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