What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Port and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Port to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Regents Park Road and arriving at Stanway Close via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Port and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Port to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Sudbury (Suffolk) via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Marks Tey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

The distance between Southampton Port and Stanstead is 159 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Port to Stanstead without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead without a car is to train and line 44 bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Port to Stanstead bus from?

Southampton Port to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Port to Stanstead train from?

Southampton Port to Stanstead train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Southampton Port to Stanstead is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Southampton Port to Stanstead bus arrive?

Southampton Port to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton Port to Stanstead train arrive?

Southampton Port to Stanstead train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton Port to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Port to Stanstead is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Southampton Port to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 493+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Southampton Port to Stanstead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 44 bus

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

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Train, line 44 bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from The Bricklayers Arms to Bus Stationbus 44 / ...
5h 9m
£67–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 30m
£31–69
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Port to Stansteadcar 148.7 mi
2h 53m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 29m
£67–161

Southampton Port to Stanstead by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Southampton Port, England and Stanstead, England?

You can take a bus from Regents Park Road to Stanway Close via Marlands, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regents Park Road to Stanway Close via Central Station, Southampton Central, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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