What is the cheapest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Royal Victoria Dock and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Chauntler Close / Cundy Park and arriving at Coach Station via Trafalgar Square and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Royal Victoria Dock and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Royal Victoria Dock station to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Pontoon Dock DLR Station and arriving at Southampton Central via Canning Town station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

The distance between Royal Victoria Dock and Southampton is 88 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

How do I travel from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton bus from?

Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Trafalgar Square station.

Where do I catch the Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton train from?

Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Custom House station.

Train or bus from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

The best way to get from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton is to train which takes 2h and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton bus arrive?

Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton train arrive?

Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton?

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Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Royal Victoria Dock 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 / ...
2h
£38–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
4h 48m
£16–33
Drive 84.7 mi
1. Drive from Royal Victoria Dock to Southamptoncar 84.7 mi
2h
£21–30
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Custom House to Readingtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 1m
£57–104

Royal Victoria Dock to Southampton by foot and bus

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Distance: 87.2 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Royal Victoria Dock, 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 Royal Victoria Dock to Coach Station via Chauntler Close / Cundy Park, Trafalgar Square, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 48m.

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