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

The cheapest way to get from Stansted to Southampton is to train and bus via Flagstone Paving which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stansted to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Stansted and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Stansted to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Otford and arriving at Southampton Central via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Stansted to Southampton?

The distance between Stansted and Southampton is 108 miles. The road distance is 99.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stansted to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Stansted to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stansted to Southampton train from?

Stansted to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Otford station.

Where does the Stansted to Southampton train arrive?

Stansted to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Stansted to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stansted to Southampton is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Stansted to Southampton.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1962+ hotels available in Southampton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Otford to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 33m
£71–118
Train, bus via Flagstone Paving
cheapest
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Southampton Central Stationbus Uk061 / ...
5h 30m
£24–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Meopham to London Victoriatrain Gillingham / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Coach Stationbus 032 / ...
5h 28m
£26–46
Drive 98.5 mi
1. Drive from Stansted to Southamptoncar 98.5 mi
1h 49m
£25–36
Line 223 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Flagstone Paving to Barrack Rowbus 223
2. Take the train from Gravesend to London Waterloo Easttrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
3h 38m

Stansted to Southampton by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 107 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stansted to Southampton Central via Otford, London Waterloo East, and London Waterloo in around 2h 33m.

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