The average train between Dundee and Southampton takes 8h 21m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Dundee 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 Dundee and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dundee is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Southampton at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 8h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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7h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Dundee station and arriving at Southampton station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
Dundee to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.
Dundee to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Dundee to Southampton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Dundee and Southampton is 627.4 km. The road distance is 853 km.
You can take a train from Dundee to Southampton Central via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 7h 59m.