What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Dover Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Dover Castle. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Dover via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Dover Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Dover Castle. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Southampton to Dover Castle?

The distance between Southampton and Dover Castle is 160 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Dover Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Dover Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Southampton to Dover Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Dover Castle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Dover Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Dover Castle?

The best way to get from Southampton to Dover Castle is to train via London which takes 3h 50m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Southampton to Dover Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Dover Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Dover Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Dover Castle is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Southampton to Dover Castle.

Where can I stay near Dover Castle?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Dover Castle.

Southampton to Dover Castle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Dover Castle 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 Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
3h 50m
£75–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Doverbus N380 / ...
6h 35m
£25–53
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Dover Castlecar 145 mi
2h 34m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
4h 15m
£73–153
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
6h 11m
£70–134

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Dover Castle, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Dover Castle via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, and Dover Priory in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Dover Castle via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Dover in around 6h 35m.

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