The average train between Nelson and Southampton takes 7h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Nelson 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 every 2 hours between Nelson and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nelson is at 7:57 PM which arrives into Southampton at 9:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 7h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nelson 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 Nelson to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Nelson station and arriving at Southampton station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.
Nelson to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.
Nelson to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Nelson to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Nelson and Southampton is 330.2 km. The road distance is 441 km.
You can take a train from Nelson to Southampton Central via Preston and Wolverhampton in around 7h 18m.