What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station is to train via Reading which takes 1h 30m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Heathrow Terminal 5 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at London Paddington via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

The distance between Southampton and London Paddington Station is 83 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to London Paddington Station without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station without a car is to train via Reading which takes 1h 30m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to London Paddington Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to London Paddington Station train from?

Southampton to London Paddington Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

The best way to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station is to train via Reading which takes 1h 30m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Southampton to London Paddington Station bus arrive?

Southampton to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to London Paddington Station train arrive?

Southampton to London Paddington Station train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to London Paddington Station is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Southampton to London Paddington Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to London Paddington Station?

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Where can I stay near London Paddington Station?

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Southampton to London Paddington Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to London Paddington Station by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
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 30m
£41–85
Drive 76.2 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to London Paddington Stationcar 76.2 mi
1h 36m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
1h 58m
£23–69
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 34m
£36–84

Southampton to London Paddington Station by train

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Distance: 82.3 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and London Paddington Station, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to London Paddington via Reading in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £12–29 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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