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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leiston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Leiston is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Leiston?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Leiston. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Saxmundham via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Southampton to Leiston?

The distance between Southampton and Leiston is 180 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Leiston without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Southampton to Leiston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leiston train from?

Southampton to Leiston train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Leiston train arrive?

Southampton to Leiston train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Leiston?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Leiston is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Southampton to Leiston.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Leiston?

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Where can I stay near Leiston?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Leiston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 28m
£99–161
Drive 173.4 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Leistoncar 173.4 mi
3h 49m
£44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the bus from Old Cattle Market Bus Station to Librarybus 64
7h 55m
£45–74
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane SOU - NWI
2. Take the bus from Caxton Road to Librarybus
8h 48m
£178–502

Southampton to Leiston by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Leiston via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Ipswich, and Saxmundham in around 4h 28m.

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