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Outbound fromMeadowhall to Southampton Central by train
It takes an average of 5h 23m to travel from Meadowhall to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 173 miles (279 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Meadowhall to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £44.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:59 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:41 | |
| Departure station | Meadowhall | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 29m | |
| Distance | 173 miles (279 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £44.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
About the train journey from Meadowhall to Southampton Central
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The train from Meadowhall to Southampton Central usually takes 5 hours 23 minutes on average to travel 173 miles (279 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 29 minutes. You can expect to find 20 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Southampton Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Meadowhall to Southampton Central if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £44.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Meadowhall to Southampton Central
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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 Meadowhall 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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