The average train between Bradford and Southampton takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 17m. There is an hourly train service from Bradford 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 Bradford and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bradford 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 Bradford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Bradford to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Bradford to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Bradford to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bradford and Southampton is 322.2 km. The road distance is 444 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Southampton Central via Leeds, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 50m.