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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Southampton to Stanstead

Composite routes from Southampton to Stanstead

Cheapest
2 h 49 min
Car
256 km.
from $14
Other
5 h 4 min
196 km.
from $141.85
8 h 46 min
195 km.
from $102.82
6 h 16 min
Train
192 km.
from $164.22

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$58.23

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from London Stansted Airport to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Reading
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$88.60

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Southampton Central to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$120.25

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91
Train from London Paddington to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.56–$8.23

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Stratford (London) to Marks
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$32.91
Train from Stratford (London) to Colchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Bus operators

TerraVision UK

Email:
customerservices@terravision.eu
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Victoria to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$20.25

Hedingham & Chambers

Phone:
+44 330 102 0801
Email:
services@hedingham.co.uk
Website:
hedinghamandchambers.co.uk/
Bus from Osborne Street to Bus
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.06–$6.96
Bus from Bus Station to Stanway
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Stanstead is to drive which costs $48.91 - $76.09 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Stanstead is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade and arriving at Stanway Close via London Victoria, London Stansted Airport, Osborne Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Southampton to Stanstead?

The distance between Southampton and Stanstead is 239 km. The road distance is 256.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $70.65 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Southampton to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Stanstead bus from?

Southampton to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Southampton Coach Station Harbour Parade.

Train or bus from Southampton to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Southampton to Stanstead is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $70.65 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $92.39 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Southampton to Stanstead bus arrive?

Southampton to Stanstead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Stanstead is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Southampton to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 392+ hotels available in Stanstead. Prices start at $52.85 per night.
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