The average train between Essex and Southampton takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Southampton at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer at Stratford (London) and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Southampton station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Essex to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Southampton train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Essex to Southampton train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Essex and Southampton is 172.4 km. The road distance is 201 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Southampton Central via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 36m.