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How to get fromWaterloo Station to Sandownby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Sandown by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, Catamaran

    best
    1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train London Waterloo - Portsmouth Harbour
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    3h 18m
    £45–96

  2. Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Georges Squarebus bus 030
    2. Take the ferry from Southsea Hoverport to Ryde Hoverportferry ferry IOW Hovercraft
    6h 9m
    £44–82

  3. Train, Catamaran via Victoria Station

    1. Take the train from London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    4h 36m
    £57–126

Waterloo Station to Sandown by bus and ferry

Calendar78Weekly Services
Duration6h 9mAverage Duration
Ticket£44Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 84.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Sandown, Isle of Wight, England?

There is no direct connection from Waterloo Station to Sandown. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Sandown. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd to The Heights via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, St Georges Square, Gunwharf Quays, Hovertravel Stop, Southsea Hoverport, Ryde Hoverport, and Transport Interchange in around 6h 9m.

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