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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leigh is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Leigh is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Wigan North Western via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Southampton to Leigh?

The distance between Southampton and Leigh is 242 miles. The road distance is 220.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Leigh without a car is to train and line 35 bus which takes 5h 42m and costs £120 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Southampton to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leigh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Leigh?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leigh is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £170 and takes 6h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £240 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Southampton to Leigh bus arrive?

Southampton to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Leigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Leigh is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Southampton to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3586+ hotels available in Leigh.

Southampton to Leigh - 7 ways to travel via train, line 35 bus, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Southampton to Leigh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 35 bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Stationbus 35
5h 42m
£122–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 57m
£45–109
Drive 219.1 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Leighcar 219.1 mi
3h 52m
£54–78
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
3h 43m
£82–202
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 1m
£109–163
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
5h 9m
£73–292
Fly Southampton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
6h 41m
£83–238

Southampton to Leigh by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

You can take a bus from Coach Station to Leigh Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Central to Leigh Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Rail Stations in around 6h 1m.

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