The average train between Hull and Southampton takes 5h 3m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is an hourly train service from Hull 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 Hull and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hull is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Southampton at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 5h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Hull 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 Hull to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Hull station and arriving at Southampton station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.
Hull to Southampton train services, operated by Hull Trains, depart from Hull station.
Hull to Southampton train services, operated by Hull Trains, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Hull to Southampton train tickets online with Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Hull and Southampton is 324.1 km. The road distance is 447 km.
You can take a train from Hull to Southampton Central via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 40m.