What is the cheapest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

The cheapest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles is to train and Catamaran which costs £35 - £70 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

The fastest way to get from Shanklin to The Needles is to train and Catamaran which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £70.

How far is it from Shanklin to The Needles?

The distance between Shanklin and The Needles is 62 miles.

How do I travel from Shanklin to The Needles without a car?

The best way to get from Shanklin to The Needles without a car is to train and Catamaran which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Shanklin to The Needles?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Shanklin to The Needles, including transfers.

Where can I stay near The Needles?

There are 762+ hotels available in The Needles.

Shanklin to The Needles - 2 ways to travel via train, Catamaran, and line 3 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Shanklin to The Needles by train, ferry, or bus

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Train, Catamaran
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1. Take the train from Shanklin to Ryde Pier Headtrain
2. Take the ferry from Ryde Pier Head Terminal to Portsmouthferry
3. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horshamtrain
3h 3m
£40–70
Line 3 bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Transport Interchangebus 3 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Ryde Hoverport to Southsea Hoverportferry
3. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Horshamtrain
3h 38m
£48–71

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Map of how to get from Shanklin to The Needles.

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Distance: 61.2 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Shanklin, England and The Needles, England?

There is no direct connection from Shanklin to The Needles. However, you can take the train to Ryde Pier Head, walk to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, take the ferry to Portsmouth, walk to Portsmouth Harbour, then take the train to Horsham. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shanklin Bus Station to Horsham via Transport Interchange, Ryde Hoverport, Southsea Hoverport, Hovertravel Stop, The Hard Interchange, and Portsmouth Harbour in around 3h 38m.

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