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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Rawtenstall station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus station via Birmingham Coach Station and Chorlton Street Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Rawtenstall. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Shudehill via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Southampton to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Southampton and Rawtenstall is 246 miles. The road distance is 237 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rawtenstall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Rawtenstall train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Rawtenstall?

The best way to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Southampton to Rawtenstall bus arrive?

Southampton to Rawtenstall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Rawtenstall train arrive?

Southampton to Rawtenstall train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Rawtenstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Rawtenstall is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Southampton to Rawtenstall.

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

Southampton to Rawtenstall - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton to Rawtenstall by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 16m
£125–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 42m
£42–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 58m
£89–127
Drive 235.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Rawtenstallcar 235.7 mi
4h 12m
£58–83
Fly from Southampton Airport, bus
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus
4h 1m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus
5h 25m

Southampton to Rawtenstall by train, tram, and bus

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Distance: 244.3 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Chorlton Street Coach Station in around 7h 42m.

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