What is the cheapest way to get from Margate to Southampton Port?

The cheapest way to get from Margate to Southampton Port is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Margate to Southampton Port?

The fastest way to get from Margate to Southampton Port is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Margate and Southampton Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Margate to Southampton Port. However, there are services departing from Marine Terrace and arriving at Regents Park Road via London Victoria and ASDA & Marlands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Margate and Southampton Port?

No, there is no direct train from Margate to Southampton Port. However, there are services departing from Margate and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Margate to Southampton Port?

The distance between Margate and Southampton Port is 175 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

How do I travel from Margate to Southampton Port without a car?

The best way to get from Margate to Southampton Port without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Margate to Southampton Port?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Margate to Southampton Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Margate to Southampton Port bus from?

Margate to Southampton Port bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Marine Terrace station.

Where do I catch the Margate to Southampton Port train from?

Margate to Southampton Port train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Margate station.

Train or bus from Margate to Southampton Port?

The best way to get from Margate to Southampton Port is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Margate to Southampton Port bus arrive?

Margate to Southampton Port bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Margate to Southampton Port train arrive?

Margate to Southampton Port train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Margate to Southampton Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Margate to Southampton Port is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Margate to Southampton Port.

Where can I stay near Southampton Port?

There are 2049+ hotels available in Southampton Port.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Margate to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 31m
£81–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marine Terrace to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032
6h 55m
£33–81
Drive 145.4 mi
1. Drive from Margate to Southampton Portcar 145.4 mi
2h 36m
£36–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alexandra Road to Ramsgate stationbus 946
2. Take the train from Ramsgate to London Waterloo Easttrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 30m
£75–171
Train via Eastbourne
1. Take the train from Margate to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
3. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 9m
£82–170

Margate to Southampton Port by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Margate, England and Southampton Port, England?

You can take a train from Margate to Regents Park Road via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Southampton Central, and Central Station in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marine Terrace to Regents Park Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Coach Station, and ASDA & Marlands in around 6h 55m.

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