The average train between Scunthorpe and Southampton takes 4h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scunthorpe is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Southampton at 8:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 4h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Scunthorpe 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 Scunthorpe to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.
Scunthorpe to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Doncaster station.
Scunthorpe to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Scunthorpe to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Grand Central Trains and 5 other operators.
The distance between Scunthorpe and Southampton is 301.8 km. The road distance is 418 km.
You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Southampton Central via Doncaster, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 15m.