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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Brightlingsea is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Brightlingsea is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Brightlingsea?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Brightlingsea. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Wivenhoe via Waterloo station and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Southampton to Brightlingsea?

The distance between Southampton and Brightlingsea is 149 miles. The road distance is 144.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Brightlingsea without a car is to train and line 87 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Southampton to Brightlingsea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Brightlingsea train from?

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

Where does the Southampton to Brightlingsea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Brightlingsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Brightlingsea is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Southampton to Brightlingsea.

Where can I stay near Brightlingsea?

There are 938+ hotels available in Brightlingsea.

Southampton to Brightlingsea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 87 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 Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
3h 36m
£58–103
Drive 143.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Brightlingseacar 143.5 mi
3h 11m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Wivenhoetrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
3h 42m
£61–109
Train, line 87 bus via Reading
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
4. Take the bus from Groves Close to Victoria Placebus 87
4h 20m
£77–133

Southampton to Brightlingsea by train, subway, and bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bateman Road via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Wivenhoe, and Co-op in around 3h 42m.

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