Southampton Central to Poynton by train
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:15 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Poynton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 13m | |
| Distance | 172 miles (276 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Taking the train from Southampton Central to Poynton in 4 hours 13 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southampton Central to Poynton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 24 minutes to travel the 172 miles (276 km) from Southampton Central to Poynton by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 10 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with CrossCountry for all or at least part of your journey to Poynton.
Book train tickets from Southampton Central to Poynton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Poynton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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