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How to get fromWinchester to Cowesby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Winchester to Cowes by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Winchester to Southampton Centraltrain train Winchester - Southampton Central / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    1h 48m
    £23–34

  2. Line 1 bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Jewry Street to Bargatebus bus 1 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal to Red Jet Ferry Terminalferry ferry RedJet West Cowes
    2h 10m
    £18–24

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  • Distance: 25.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Winchester, England and Cowes, England?

There is no direct connection from Winchester to Cowes. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, walk to Central Station, take the bus to Bargate WestQuay, walk to Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Red Jet Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jewry Street to Red Jet Ferry Terminal via Bargate and Southampton Passenger Ferry Terminal in around 2h 10m.

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