The average train between Blackpool and Southampton takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackpool to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Blackpool and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackpool is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 18m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Blackpool to Southampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Blackpool station and arriving at Southampton station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Blackpool to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Blackpool to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Blackpool to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Blackpool and Southampton is 342.6 km. The road distance is 426 km.
You can take a train from Blackpool North to Southampton Central via Preston and Wolverhampton in around 6h 29m.