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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Southampton is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Southampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stafford and arriving at Southampton Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Stafford to Southampton?

The distance between Stafford and Southampton is 174 miles. The road distance is 158.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £75 - £120.

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

The train from Stafford to Southampton Central takes 3h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Southampton train from?

Stafford to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.

Where does the Stafford to Southampton train arrive?

Stafford to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Southampton is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Stafford to Southampton.

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

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Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1959+ hotels available in Southampton.

Stafford to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Stafford to Southampton by train, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 22m
£75–120
Drive 157.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stafford to Southamptoncar 157.5 mi
3h 4m
£40–57
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stafford to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3h 41m
£87–225
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane BHX - SOU
5h 45m
£112–192

Stafford to Southampton by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Stafford to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 22m.

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