What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whale Island?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Whale Island is to rideshare which costs £1 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Whale Island?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Whale Island is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £50 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Whale Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Station station and arriving at Clarence Pier. Services depart six times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Whale Island?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Cosham. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Southampton to Whale Island?

The distance between Southampton and Whale Island is 20 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Whale Island without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whale Island without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Whale Island?

The train from Southampton Central to Cosham takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whale Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Whale Island train from?

Southampton to Whale Island train services, operated by Southern, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Whale Island?

The best way to get from Southampton to Whale Island is to train which takes 33 min and costs £8 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £10 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Southampton to Whale Island bus arrive?

Southampton to Whale Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Clarence Pier station.

Where does the Southampton to Whale Island train arrive?

Southampton to Whale Island train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Cosham station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Whale Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Whale Island is 18 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Southampton to Whale Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Whale Island?

Book your Southampton to Whale Island train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Whale Island?

There are 3077+ hotels available in Whale Island.

Can I share a ride from Southampton to Whale Island?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southampton and Whale Island. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Southampton to Whale Island - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Whale Island by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Coshamtrain Southampton Central - Brighton / ...
33 min
£8–20
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton to Portsmouthrideshare 19.1 mi
42 min
£1
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Clarence Pierbus Vc1
50 min
£4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southampton to Whale Islandtaxi 18.2 mi
24 min
£50–60
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Whale Islandcar 18.2 mi
24 min
£5–7

Southampton to Whale Island by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Whale Island, England?

Southern operates a train from Southampton Central to Cosham hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 33 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Station to Clarence Pier 6 times a week. Tickets cost £4–10 and the journey takes 50 min.

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