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Outbound fromGlasgow to Southampton Central by train
It takes an average of 10h 57m to travel from Glasgow to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 362 miles (582 km). There are normally 29 trains per day travelling from Glasgow to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £49.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:45 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 7h 42m | |
| Distance | 362 miles (582 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £49.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southern, Lumo |
Travelling from Glasgow to Southampton by train
From Glasgow Central your best route to Southampton Central is to catch an Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) train to Wolverhampton and change to a CrossCountry service, which will then take you to your final destination. All Avanti West Coast (formerly Virgin Trains) trains on this line come with a power socket seat on request, a buffet cart or dining carriage called The Foodbar, and a Quiet Coach. There's complimentary WiFi when sat in First Class, while those in Standard can pay a small fee for the service. Most CrossCountry trains on this route come with a Quiet Coach, while those in First Class can enjoy complimentary WiFi (Standard passengers must pay a small fee for the service.
Glasgow to Southampton Route Information
The train from Glasgow to Southampton offers some spectacular views, and with a window seat, you’ll be able to see it all in great comfort. After travelling through the Scottish Lowlands and into England, you'll pass through the Lake District, calling at Preston, Wigan, Warrington and Crewe before arriving at Wolverhampton. Your second train will take you through yet more picturesque areas such as Oxford and Winchester, before finally arriving at Southampton.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Southampton Central
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow to Southampton Central is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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