The average train between Southampton and Bearsted takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Bearsted. 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 Southampton and Bearsted. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Bearsted at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Clapham Junction and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Bearsted? 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 Southampton to Bearsted. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at Bearsted station via Clapham Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Southampton to Bearsted train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Bearsted train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bearsted station.
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The distance between Southampton and Bearsted is 144.5 km. The road distance is 172 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bearsted via Clapham Junction and London Victoria in around 2h 59m.