The average train between Darwen and Southampton takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Darwen 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 Darwen and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Darwen is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Darwen 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 Darwen to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Darwen station and arriving at Southampton station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Darwen to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Darwen to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Darwen to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Cross Country.
The distance between Darwen and Southampton is 318.9 km. The road distance is 397 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £120–170 and the journey takes 4h 18m.