What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Launceston?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Launceston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Launceston?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Launceston is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Westgate Street via Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate, Royal Parade and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Launceston?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Okehampton via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Southampton to Launceston?

The distance between Southampton and Launceston is 171 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Launceston without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Launceston without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Launceston?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Southampton to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Launceston bus from?

Southampton to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Launceston train from?

Southampton to Launceston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Launceston?

The best way to get from Southampton to Launceston is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Southampton to Launceston bus arrive?

Southampton to Launceston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Launceston train arrive?

Southampton to Launceston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Launceston is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Southampton to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Launceston.

Southampton to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 14m
£71–137
Drive 145.8 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Launcestoncar 145.8 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Stationbus B20
9h 5m
£39–88
Train, line 306 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 306
6h 24m
£59–132

Southampton to Launceston by train and bus

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Launceston, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Kensey Valley Meadow via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Boomtown Fair Matterley Estate to Plymouth Coach Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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