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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Skegness is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Skegness via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Southampton to Skegness?

The distance between Southampton and Skegness is 246 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Skegness without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Southampton to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Skegness?

The best way to get from Southampton to Skegness is to train via London which takes 5h 25m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Southampton to Skegness bus arrive?

Southampton to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Skegness is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Southampton to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Skegness by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
5h 25m
£78–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 151
11h 23m
£46–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
9h 58m
£61–96
Drive 204 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Skegnesscar 204 mi
3h 52m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
7h 18m
£125–190

Southampton to Skegness by train, subway, and foot

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.2 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Skegness via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Lumley Avenue via Heathrow Central Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 23m.

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