What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace is to bus which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Kensington Palace?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Kensington Palace. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central Station and arriving at Holland St /High St Kensington via Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Kensington Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Kensington Palace. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at London Paddington via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

The distance between Southampton and Kensington Palace is 84 miles. The road distance is 74.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Kensington Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kensington Palace bus from?

Southampton to Kensington Palace bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Southampton Central Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Kensington Palace train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

The best way to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Southampton to Kensington Palace bus arrive?

Southampton to Kensington Palace bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Hammersmith Bridge Road station.

Where does the Southampton to Kensington Palace train arrive?

Southampton to Kensington Palace train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Kensington Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Kensington Palace is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Southampton to Kensington Palace.

Where can I stay near Kensington Palace?

There are 21916+ hotels available in Kensington Palace.

Southampton to Kensington Palace - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Kensington Palace by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
1h 52m
£42–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk061
2h 51m
£11–17
Drive 74.4 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Kensington Palacecar 74.4 mi
1h 30m
£18–26
Train, line 148 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Queensway Stationbus 148
2h 11m
£35–75
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kensington Palacebus N9
3h 9m
£14–31

Southampton to Kensington Palace by bus and foot

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Kensington Palace, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Kensington Palace via Reading and London Paddington in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Southampton Central Station to London Hammersmith Bridge Road 5 times a day. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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