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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Rainham is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Rainham is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Rainham?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at The Cricketers via London Victoria and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Rainham?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Rainham. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Rainham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Southampton to Rainham?

The distance between Southampton and Rainham is 117 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Rainham without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 32m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Southampton to Rainham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rainham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rainham train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Rainham?

The best way to get from Southampton to Rainham is to train via London which takes 2h 32m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Southampton to Rainham bus arrive?

Southampton to Rainham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton to Rainham train arrive?

Southampton to Rainham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Rainham?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Rainham is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Southampton to Rainham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rainham?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
2h 32m
£52–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Hempstead Valley Shopping Centrebus 007
5h 52m
£24–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Rainham (Kent)train London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 11m
£30–56
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Rainhamcar 111 mi
2h 8m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Rainham (Kent)train Luton - Rainham / ...
3h 9m
£52–117

Southampton to Rainham by train

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Distance: 116 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Rainham, Medway, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Rainham (Kent) via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to The Cricketers via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre in around 5h 52m.

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