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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Paddington is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Paddington is to train via Reading which takes 1h 22m and costs £30 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Heathrow Terminal 5 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at London Paddington via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Southampton to Paddington?

The distance between Southampton and Paddington is 83 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Paddington without a car is to train via Reading which takes 1h 22m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Southampton to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Paddington?

The best way to get from Southampton to Paddington is to train via Reading which takes 1h 22m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Southampton to Paddington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Paddington is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Southampton to Paddington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Paddington 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 Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 22m
£34–85
Drive 75.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Paddingtoncar 75.7 mi
1h 35m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2h 4m
£22–52
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 34m
£31–61
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk061 / ...
2h 4m
£20–46

Southampton to Paddington by train

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Distance: 82.2 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to London Paddington via Reading in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £10–17 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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