What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Channel Tunnel?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Channel Tunnel. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Folkestone via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Channel Tunnel?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Channel Tunnel. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Folkestone Central via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

The distance between Southampton and Channel Tunnel is 155 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Channel Tunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Channel Tunnel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Channel Tunnel train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

The best way to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel is to train via London which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Southampton to Channel Tunnel bus arrive?

Southampton to Channel Tunnel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton to Channel Tunnel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Channel Tunnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Channel Tunnel is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Southampton to Channel Tunnel.

Where can I stay near Channel Tunnel?

There are 1688+ hotels available in Channel Tunnel.

Southampton to Channel Tunnel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Channel Tunnel by train, bus, or car

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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 Folkestone Centraltrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 3m
£73–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Folkestonebus N824 / ...
6h 10m
£24–51
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Channel Tunnelcar 134.7 mi
2h 26m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain London Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
4h 16m
£72–150
Train, bus, line 10 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
4. Take the bus from Ashford International station to Cedar Courtbus 10
7h 29m
£62–115

Southampton to Channel Tunnel by train, subway, foot, and bus

122Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Channel Tunnel, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Channel Tunnel via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Folkestone Central, Folkestone Central station, and Longport Police Station in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Channel Tunnel via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Folkestone in around 6h 10m.

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