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The average train between Peterborough and Southampton takes 2h 50m 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 50m
Duration
158 mi
Distance
£74
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 11:26 PM which arrives into Southampton at 2:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 34m • 2 changes
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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 32m • 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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    London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)London Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    ThameslinkLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway3h 40m • 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 20m • 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 50m

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 51m.

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