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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Accrington is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Accrington is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Accrington via Stafford and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Southampton to Accrington?

The distance between Southampton and Accrington is 266 miles. The road distance is 241.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Southampton to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Accrington train from?

Southampton to Accrington train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Accrington train arrive?

Southampton to Accrington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Accrington is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Southampton to Accrington.

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

There are 1202+ hotels available in Accrington.

Southampton to Accrington - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Southampton to Accrington by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 1m
£124–184
Drive 240.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Accringtoncar 240.1 mi
4h 20m
£59–85
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain
4h 29m
£92–224
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Warner Streetbus X41
6h 4m
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
8h 2m
£107–197
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 55m
£83–314
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain
6h 30m
£131–308

Southampton to Accrington by train

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Distance: 264.6 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Accrington, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Accrington via Stafford and Preston in around 6h 1m.

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