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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Watford Gap is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Watford Gap is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Watford Gap?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Watford Gap. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Shelter via London Heathrow Airport and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Watford Gap?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Watford Gap. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Long Buckby via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Southampton to Watford Gap?

The distance between Southampton and Watford Gap is 163 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Watford Gap without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £100 - £160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Watford Gap bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Watford Gap train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Watford Gap?

The best way to get from Southampton to Watford Gap is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Southampton to Watford Gap bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Watford Gap train arrive?

Southampton to Watford Gap train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Watford Gap?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Watford Gap is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Southampton to Watford Gap.

Where can I stay near Watford Gap?

There are 905+ hotels available in Watford Gap.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 12m
£106–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
5h 56m
£24–47
Drive 114.8 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Watford Gapcar 114.8 mi
2h 1m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Bus Shelterbus 96 / ...
4h 5m
£60–139

Southampton to Watford Gap by bus and foot

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Southampton Central to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Shelter via London Heathrow Airport, Northampton Town Centre, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 5h 56m.

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