The average train between Southampton and Pwllheli takes 9h 56m and the fastest train takes 7h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to Pwllheli. 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 Pwllheli. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Pwllheli at 11:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 9h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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8h 4m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Pwllheli? 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 Pwllheli. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Pwllheli station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.
Southampton to Pwllheli train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Pwllheli train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Book your Southampton to Pwllheli train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Southampton and Pwllheli is 302.4 km. The road distance is 499 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C via Stafford, Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C in around 8h 10m.