The average train between Sleaford and Southampton takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Sleaford 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 Sleaford and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sleaford is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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3h 59m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Sleaford 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 Sleaford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Sleaford station and arriving at Southampton Central station via Peterborough station and King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Sleaford to Southampton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.
Sleaford to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.
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The distance between Sleaford and Southampton is 242.6 km. The road distance is 284 km.
You can take a train from Sleaford to Southampton Central via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 45m.