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The average train between Peterborough and Southampton takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is an hourly train service from Peterborough 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.

2h 51m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
£72
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Peterborough to Southampton train times

Trains run hourly between Peterborough and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 3:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 44m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 51m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway8h 6m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 34m • 2 changes
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    Great NorthernLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 43m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 37m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 38m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway4h 34m • 2 changes
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    Great NorthernLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 43m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 37m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 38m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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.

Map of how to get from Peterborough to Southampton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 157.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Peterborough, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Peterborough to Southampton Central via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 52m.

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