The average train between Rugby and Southampton takes 2h 38m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Southampton at 11:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Southampton station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.
Rugby to Southampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Coventry station.
Rugby to Southampton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Rugby to Southampton train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Rugby and Southampton is 163.4 km. The road distance is 221 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 17m.