The average train between Deal and Southampton takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Deal 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 Deal and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deal is at 10:28 PM which arrives into Southampton at 2:56 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras International and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Deal 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 Deal to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Deal station and arriving at Southampton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Deal to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Deal station.
Deal to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Deal to Southampton train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Deal and Southampton is 199.4 km. The road distance is 270 km.
You can take a train from Deal to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 21m.