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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ramsgate is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ramsgate is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Harbour via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Ramsgate via Waterloo station and Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ramsgate?

The distance between Southampton and Ramsgate is 168 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ramsgate without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Southampton to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ramsgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ramsgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Southampton to Ramsgate is to train via London which takes 3h 12m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Southampton to Ramsgate bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Ramsgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ramsgate is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Southampton to Ramsgate.

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

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Where can I stay near Ramsgate?

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgatetrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 12m
£79–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Harbourbus 022
7h 20m
£32–82
Drive 147.1 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Ramsgatecar 147.1 mi
2h 37m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Ramsgatetrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate
4h 6m
£77–163
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
2. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
3. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
4. Take the train from Ashford International to Ramsgatetrain
6h 5m
£74–150

Southampton to Ramsgate by train, subway, and foot

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ramsgate via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, and Stratford International in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Harbour via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 7h 20m.

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