What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Southampton is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington station to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Southampton Central via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Southampton?

The distance between London Paddington and Southampton is 83 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from London Paddington to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Southampton?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from London Paddington to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Southampton bus from?

London Paddington to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Southampton?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Southampton is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the London Paddington to Southampton bus arrive?

London Paddington to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the London Paddington to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London Paddington to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Southampton is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from London Paddington to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

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London Paddington to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London Paddington 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 / ...
1h 46m
£33–87
Drive 76.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from London Paddington to Southamptoncar 76.1 mi
1h 34m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
2h 23m
£23–64
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Didcot Parkway / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 14m
£41–90

London Paddington to Southampton by train and bus

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Distance: 82.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between London Paddington, 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, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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