What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £30 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Central Station and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Central Station station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Charing Cross via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Central Station and Charing Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

The distance between Southampton Central Station and Charing Cross is 79 miles. The road distance is 77.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

The train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo Station takes 1h 19m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross bus from?

Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross train from?

Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross train arrive?

Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross?

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 19m
£30–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing Crossbus N9
3h 24m
£14–31
Drive 76.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Central Station to Charing Crosscar 76.9 mi
1h 37m
£19–27

Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross by train

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Distance: 78.7 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Southampton Central Station, England and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Southampton Central Station to Charing Cross via Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 3h 24m.

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