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How to get fromThe Needles to Shanklinby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from The Needles to Shanklin by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

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    1. Take the train from Horsham to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    3. Take the train from Ryde Pier Head to Shanklintrain train
    2h 53m
    £46–80

  2. Train, ferry, line 3 bus

    1. Take the train from Horsham to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry
    3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Youth Centrebus bus 2 / ...
    3h 36m
    £52–79

The Needles to Shanklin by train and ferry

Calendar165Weekly Services
Duration2h 53mAverage Duration
Ticket£46Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 61.3 mi
  • Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between The Needles, England and Shanklin, England?

There is no direct connection from The Needles to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Larksfield to Youth Centre via Railway Station, Horsham, Portsmouth Harbour, The Hard Interchange, Hovertravel Stop, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 3h 36m.

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