What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to East Midlands?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to East Midlands?

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

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Brooksby College via London Heathrow Airport and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and East Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to East Midlands. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Melton Mowbray via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Southampton to East Midlands?

The distance between Southampton and East Midlands is 204 miles. The road distance is 153.2 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to East Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to East Midlands without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to East Midlands?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Southampton to East Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to East Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to East Midlands train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to East Midlands?

The best way to get from Southampton to East Midlands is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 20m, you could also fly, which costs £110 - £260 and takes 8h 2m.

Where does the Southampton to East Midlands bus arrive?

Southampton to East Midlands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to East Midlands train arrive?

Southampton to East Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southampton to East Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to East Midlands is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Southampton to East Midlands.

Where can I stay near East Midlands?

There are 1898+ hotels available in East Midlands.

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to East Midlands by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Melton Mowbraytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 39m
£112–159
Drive 152.3 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to East Midlandscar 152.3 mi
3h
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
7h 20m
£48–70
Fly
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
8h 2m
£116–259
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 148
7h 22m
£82–114

Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) flights

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Distance: 203.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and East Midlands, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to East Midlands via Birmingham New Street and Melton Mowbray in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to East Midlands via London Heathrow Airport, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, and Brooksby College in around 7h 20m.

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