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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Southampton is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Coach Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Southampton Central via Marks Tey, Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Southampton?

The distance between Stanstead and Southampton is 149 miles. The road distance is 150.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Stanstead to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Southampton train from?

Stanstead to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Southampton?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Southampton is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £29 - £70 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Stanstead to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stanstead to Southampton train arrive?

Stanstead to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Stanstead to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Southampton is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Stanstead to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Southampton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanstead to Southampton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 18m
£65–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thetford to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
7h 50m
£27–54
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
7h 27m
£29–66
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Southamptoncar 149.2 mi
2h 53m
£37–53
Line 43 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
4h 23m
£65–157

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Southampton Central via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Coach Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 27m.

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