The average train between Inverkeithing and Southampton takes 7h 11m and the fastest train takes 6h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Inverkeithing is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Southampton at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Edinburgh Waverley and take an average of 7h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 38m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Inverkeithing station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.
Inverkeithing to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Inverkeithing to Southampton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Inverkeithing to Southampton train tickets online with ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Inverkeithing and Southampton is 585.1 km. The road distance is 780 km.
You can take a train from Inverkeithing to Southampton Central via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 59m.