The average train between Southampton and Dawlish takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to Dawlish. 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 5 times a day between Southampton and Dawlish. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Dawlish at 10:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Dawlish? 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 Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Dawlish station via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.
Southampton to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Dawlish station.
Book your Southampton to Dawlish train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Southampton and Dawlish is 149.5 km. The road distance is 223 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Dawlish via Westbury (Wilts) in around 3h 22m.