How to travel from Southampton to Slough

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Compare train and bus for Southampton to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $50.

Distance: 54 miles (88 km)

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$23

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2h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Slough is a bus with an average price of $43.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Slough:

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Slough costing on average $50.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Slough is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Slough take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Southampton and Slough including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Southampton to Slough among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $50 compared to roughly $23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.24. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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FAQs: Travel from Southampton to Slough

Travel to Slough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Southampton to Slough.

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There are 2 options to travel between Southampton and Slough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to Slough is a bus with an average price of $43.

This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Slough:

A bus is $7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Slough costing on average $50.

The fastest way to travel from Southampton to Slough is by train with an average journey time of 1h 52m.

Other travel options to Slough take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 31m.

The distance from Southampton to Slough is approximately 54 miles (88 km).
The average frequency per day from Southampton to Slough is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Southampton and Slough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Southampton to Slough:
  • Trains mostly depart from Southampton Central (SOU) and arrive in Slough station (SLO).
  • Buses mostly depart from Southampton, Coach Station and arrive in Slough, Wellington Street.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Southampton to Slough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway, Cross Country to go to Slough by train.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Slough by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Southampton to Slough often also extend their vacation to go to London, Longford, Reading, Birmingham, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Slough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Slough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A visit to Slough can typically be covered in 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore its local attractions, parks, and shopping areas.

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