What is the cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Southampton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sleaford to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Southampton Central via Grantham, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Southampton?

The distance between Sleaford and Southampton is 205 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

How do I travel from Sleaford to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Sleaford to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Sleaford to Southampton?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Sleaford to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Southampton train from?

Sleaford to Southampton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Southampton train arrive?

Sleaford to Southampton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Southampton is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Sleaford to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Sleaford to Southampton?

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2002+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Sleaford to Southampton by train, car, or bus

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 48m
£70–143
Drive 176.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sleaford to Southamptoncar 176.3 mi
3h 20m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottinghamtrain Skegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Southampton Centraltrain Nottingham - Bournemouth / ...
6h 12m
£120–179
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Portsmouth Harbourtrain
4. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to WestQuaybus X4 / ...
6h 57m
£101–194

Sleaford to Southampton by train, foot, and subway

103Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Southampton Central via Grantham, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 48m.

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