What is the cheapest way to get from North West to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from North West to Southampton is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from North West to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from North West to Southampton is to line 125 bus and fly which takes 3h 25m and costs £80 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between North West and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from North West to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Scant Row and arriving at Coach Station via Bolton Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between North West and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from North West to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Southampton Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from North West to Southampton?

The distance between North West and Southampton is 202 miles. The road distance is 225.9 miles.

How do I travel from North West to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from North West to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from North West to Southampton?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from North West to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North West to Southampton bus from?

North West to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the North West to Southampton train from?

North West to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from North West to Southampton?

The best way to get from North West to Southampton is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the North West to Southampton bus arrive?

North West to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the North West to Southampton train arrive?

North West to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from North West to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between North West to Southampton is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from North West to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2049+ hotels available in Southampton.

North West to Southampton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from North West to Southampton by bus, plane, train, or car

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Line 125 bus, fly to Southampton Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Scant Row to Bolton Interchangebus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3h 25m
£81–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 160
9h 27m
£46–105
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 6m
£127–191
Drive 224.6 mi
1. Drive from North West to Southamptoncar 224.6 mi
4h 15m
£55–79
Line 125 bus, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Scant Row to Bolton Interchangebus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 22m
£87–314
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 46m
£112–211

North West to Southampton by bus and train

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between North West, England and Southampton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scant Row to Coach Station via Bolton Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 27m.

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