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2 h 16 min
208 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cambridge to Southampton

Composite routes from Cambridge to Southampton

Cheapest
2 h 16 min
Car
208 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 35 min
178 km.
from $121.59
5 h 38 min
178 km.
from $76.98
3 h
178 km.
from $176.89
4 h 29 min
178 km.
from $106.70

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 7
Thameslink
Website
National Express
Website
Cross Country
Website
South Western Railway
Website
Elizabeth Line
Website
Great Northern
Website
Greater Anglia
Website
Thameslink
Website
1h 8m
6 times a week
$40.50–$82.28
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
Call
National Express
Website
2h 28m
Hourly
$27.85–$40.50
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Cross Country
Website
52 min
Hourly
$44.30–$88.60
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
1h 16m
Every 30 minutes
$51.90–$120.25
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
Call
Elizabeth Line
Website
1h 5m
Every 30 minutes
$13.92–$37.97
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
Call
Great Northern
Website
48 min
Hourly
$32.91–$45.57
0345 026 4700
0345 026 4700
Call
Greater Anglia
Website
1h 25m
Every 30 minutes
$27.85–$40.50
[email protected]
Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton is to drive which costs $41.30 - $65.22 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Southampton is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Southampton Central via King's Cross, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Southampton?

The distance between Cambridge and Southampton is 220 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 35m and costs $70.65 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cambridge to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Southampton bus from?

Cambridge to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cambridge station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Southampton train from?

Cambridge to Southampton train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Southampton?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Southampton is to train via London which takes 2h 35m and costs $70.65 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Cambridge to Southampton bus arrive?

Cambridge to Southampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Cambridge to Southampton train arrive?

Cambridge to Southampton train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Southampton is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cambridge to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Southampton?

Book your Cambridge to Southampton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge to Southampton?

Book your Cambridge to Southampton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 1609+ hotels available in Southampton. Prices start at $49.36 per night.
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