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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Watford is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Watford is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Watford?

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

How far is it from Southampton to Watford?

The distance between Southampton and Watford is 93 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £90.

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

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Watford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Watford is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Southampton to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Watford is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Southampton to Watford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Southampton to Watford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 724 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Watford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Clapham Junctiontrain Southampton Central - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Watford Junctiontrain East Croydon - Watford Junction / ...
2h 32m
£40–88
Bus, line 724 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 Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
3h 9m
£14–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Town Hallbus Ra3
2h 39m
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Watfordcar 80.7 mi
1h 30m
£20–29

Southampton to Watford by train

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Distance: 92.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Watford Junction via Clapham Junction in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 2h 39m.

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