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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to York is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to York is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to York station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Rail Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at York. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Southampton to York?

The distance between Southampton and York is 271 miles. The road distance is 244.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to York without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Southampton to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to York bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to York?

The best way to get from Southampton to York is to train via London which takes 3h 40m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Southampton to York bus arrive?

Southampton to York bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Southampton to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to York is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Southampton to York.

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

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1937+ hotels available in York.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 40m
£81–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Rail Stationbus 801
8h
£39–70
Drive 243.5 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Yorkcar 243.5 mi
4h 15m
£61–88
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
3h 48m
£104–263
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Yorktrain Southampton Central - Newcastle / ...
4h 23m
£110–180
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 56m
£119–179
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
4h 37m
£95–223
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 25m
£82–326
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
6h 13m
£88–286
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
5h 49m
£89–206

Southampton to York by train

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Distance: 269.3 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to York via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Rail Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 8h.

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