The train between Dover and Southampton takes 3h 9m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Dover 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 on demand between Dover and Southampton. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 9m.
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No, there is no direct train from Dover to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory station and arriving at Southampton Central station via London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Dover to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.
Dover to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.
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The distance between Dover and Southampton is 191.6 km. The road distance is 231 km.
You can take a train from Dover Priory to Southampton Central via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 9m.