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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cartmel is to bus which costs £60 - £140 and takes 11h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Cartmel is to fly and train which takes 4h 55m and costs £110 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Quaker Meeting House via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Stafford and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Southampton to Cartmel?

The distance between Southampton and Cartmel is 288 miles. The road distance is 287.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Cartmel without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 26m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Southampton to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cartmel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cartmel train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Cartmel?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cartmel is to train via Stafford which takes 6h 26m and costs £140 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Southampton to Cartmel bus arrive?

Southampton to Cartmel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Cartmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Cartmel is 288 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Southampton to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1040+ hotels available in Cartmel.

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

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 26m
£144–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
11h 46m
£60–138
Drive 285.9 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Cartmelcar 285.9 mi
4h 59m
£71–102
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 Grange-over-Sandstrain
4h 55m
£119–260
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 17m
£151–223
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 Grange-over-Sandstrain
6h 22m
£110–350
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 Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 38m
£123–289

Southampton to Cartmel by bus

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Distance: 286.2 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Cartmel via Stafford, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Quaker Meeting House via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Blackhall Road in around 11h 46m.

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