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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ashford is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ashford is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Ashford International via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ashford?

The distance between Southampton and Ashford is 138 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ashford without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 40m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Southampton to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ashford train from?

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

Where does the Southampton to Ashford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ashford is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Southampton to Ashford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1651+ hotels available in Ashford.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
2h 40m
£62–126
Drive 123.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Ashfordcar 123.6 mi
2h 13m
£31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h
£61–124
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
5h 7m
£57–102

Southampton to Ashford by train, subway, and foot

246Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.3 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ashford International via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 40m.

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