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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to East Sussex is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to East Sussex is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and East Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to East Sussex. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Polegate via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Southampton to East Sussex?

The distance between Southampton and East Sussex is 89 miles. The road distance is 87.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to East Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Southampton to East Sussex, including transfers.

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

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

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

Southampton to East Sussex train services, operated by Southern, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to East Sussex?

The best way to get from Southampton to East Sussex is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Southampton to East Sussex bus arrive?

Southampton to East Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to East Sussex train arrive?

Southampton to East Sussex train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Southampton to East Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to East Sussex is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Southampton to East Sussex.

Where can I stay near East Sussex?

There are 1295+ hotels available in East Sussex.

Southampton to East Sussex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 53 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2. Take the train from Brighton to Polegatetrain Brighton - Eastbourne / ...
3h 42m
£44–85
Drive 86.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to East Sussexcar 86.6 mi
1h 45m
£21–31
Train, bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to The Brewers Armsbus 53
4h 26m
£40–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
5h 27m
£26–46

Southampton to East Sussex by train and bus

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3h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.7 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Fiennes Road via Brighton, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to The Brewers Arms via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 5h 27m.

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