What is the cheapest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton is to bus which costs £55 - £220 and takes 11h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between University of Edinburgh and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from University of Edinburgh station to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

Is there a direct train between University of Edinburgh and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from University of Edinburgh to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Southampton Central via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

The distance between University of Edinburgh and Southampton is 475 miles. The road distance is 417 miles.

How do I travel from University of Edinburgh to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £160 - £270.

How long does it take to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the University of Edinburgh to Southampton bus from?

University of Edinburgh to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the University of Edinburgh to Southampton train from?

University of Edinburgh to Southampton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

The best way to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs £160 - £270. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £80 - £210 and takes 3h 52m, you could also bus, which costs £55 - £220 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the University of Edinburgh to Southampton bus arrive?

University of Edinburgh to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the University of Edinburgh to Southampton train arrive?

University of Edinburgh to Southampton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from University of Edinburgh to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between University of Edinburgh to Southampton is 417 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from University of Edinburgh to Southampton.

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University of Edinburgh to Southampton - 11 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 11 ways to get from University of Edinburgh to Southampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 18m
£166–269
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
4h 10m
£53–207
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stationbus 160
10h 45m
£122–244
Drive 414.6 mi
1. Drive from University of Edinburgh to Southamptoncar 414.6 mi
7h 29m
£100–145
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3h 52m
£80–204
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Southampton Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 42m
£198–368
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Ukxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 032
11h 38m
£56–214
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 19m
£86–290
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 52m
£82–188
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Barnhamtrain
3. Take the train from Barnham to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 59m
£88–210
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain
5h 27m
£84–254

University of Edinburgh to Southampton by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 472.5 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between University of Edinburgh, Scotland and Southampton, England?

You can take a vehicle from University of Edinburgh to Southampton Central via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, Loganair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU) every 4 hours.

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