The average train between Exeter and Southampton takes 12h 27m and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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 3 times a day between Exeter and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Southampton at 2:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Boston and take an average of 12h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Southampton station via Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.
Exeter to Southampton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Exeter Station.
Exeter to Southampton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Southampton station.
The distance between Exeter and Southampton is 261.9 km. The road distance is 601 km.
You can take a train from Exeter Station to Southampton via Boston, North Station, Back Bay, Boston, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Jamaica in around 9h 36m.