How to get from Southampton to Colan by bus and train?

From Southampton to Colan by bus and train

To get from Southampton to Colan in South West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Southampton Central station to Reading station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 21A bus from St Austell Bus Station station to Opp Rialton Road station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 35 min. The bus and train schedule from Southampton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colan on the Moovit app.

395min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 21A21A
Walk to Colan
Leaves from Southampton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Southampton
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    St Austell
    218 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Austell Bus Station
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 21A21A
    Wait for bus
    21A
    Newquay Bus Stn
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opp Rialton Road
    ID cordagat
    56 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colan
    Walk to
    Colan
    1.88 km • 24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Southampton to Colan by train

To get from Southampton to Colan in South West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Southampton Central station to Reading station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Par station to Quintrell Downs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Southampton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colan on the Moovit app.

381min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Colan
Leaves from Southampton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Southampton
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Par
    211 min
  • 6
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Newquay
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Quintrell Downs
    39 min
  • 8
    Walk to Colan
    Walk to
    Colan
    3.13 km • 40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southampton to Colan

The distance between Southampton, South West and Colan, South West is approximately 475.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 395 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southampton to Colan by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Southampton to Colan

To check the bus and train schedule from Southampton to Colan using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Southampton) and destination (Colan), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Southampton to Colan by train

To get from Southampton to Colan in South West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Southampton Central station to Reading station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Par station to Quintrell Downs station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Southampton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colan on the Moovit app.

381min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Colan
Leaves from Southampton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Southampton
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Manchester Piccadilly
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Reading
    ID RDG
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Penzance
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Par
    211 min
  • 6
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Newquay
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Quintrell Downs
    39 min
  • 8
    Walk to Colan
    Walk to
    Colan
    3.13 km • 40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Colan?

    The fastest way takes 395 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 21A.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Southampton to Colan?

    The alternative route takes 381 minutes, using Train line CROSSCOUNTRY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Southampton and Colan in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southampton to Colan in South West?

    The CROSSCOUNTRY train line goes from Manchester Piccadilly station near Southampton to Reading station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Reading station near Colan in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Southampton to Colan in South West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Southampton and Colan in South West by train and bus is about 6 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southampton to get to Colan in South West?

    Get on the CROSSCOUNTRY train from the Manchester Piccadilly station near Southampton in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southampton and Colan in South West?

    Get off the train at the Reading stop, which is closest to Colan in South West.

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