Edinburgh to Southampton Train
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Edinburgh to Southampton by train
The journey from Edinburgh to Southampton by train is 356.88 mi and takes 7 hrs 14 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:40 and the last at 18:30. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Southampton by train for as little as £71.81 or as much as £118.04. The best price for this journey is £71.81.
| Lowest Price | £71.81 |
| Journey Duration | 7 hrs 14 mins |
| Connection per Day | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast 18 |
| Lowest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast £71.81 |
| Highest Price | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast £118.04 |
| First Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast 05:40 |
| Last Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast 18:30 |
| Distance | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast 356.88 mi |
| Departure | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast Edinburgh |
| Arrival | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast Southampton |
| Carriers | London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
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Find the best day to travel to Southampton by train
When travelling to Southampton by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink and Lumo from Edinburgh to Southampton
Compare services on board when travelling from Edinburgh to Southampton by train.
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Edinburgh to Southampton CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
40.2kg
Bus
43.08kg
Flight
114.87kg
Car
91.89kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Southampton by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Southampton are 40.2kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Southampton? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Southampton you will save 74.67kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.88kg compared to a bus and 51.69kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton is £107.40. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £71.81.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Southampton is £71.81. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Southampton by train?
Edinburgh to Southampton is 356.88 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Southampton take?
Edinburgh to Southampton is on average 7 hrs 14 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 9 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to Southampton?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Southampton is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express, Lumo, South Western Railway and Avanti West Coast.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Southampton?
Edinburgh to Southampton has 18 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Southampton leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Southampton departs at 05:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Southampton depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Southampton departs at 18:30. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £71.81 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Southampton by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Southampton is 6 hrs 9 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Southampton?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Southampton.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Southampton by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Southampton creates 40.2kg of CO2 emissions.