The average train between Grimsby and Southampton takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Grimsby is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Southampton at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Grimsby station and arriving at Southampton station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Grimsby to Southampton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Grimsby Town station.
Grimsby to Southampton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Grimsby to Southampton train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Hull Trains and 4 other operators.
The distance between Grimsby and Southampton is 309.4 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Grimsby Town to Southampton Central via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 46m.