The average train between Southampton and Irvine takes 8h 51m and the fastest train takes 7h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to Irvine. 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 every 4 hours between Southampton and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 7:15 PM which arrives into Irvine at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 47m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Irvine? 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 Irvine. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at Irvine station via Stafford station and Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.
Southampton to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Irvine station.
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The distance between Southampton and Irvine is 567 km. The road distance is 683 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Irvine via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 8h 37m.