The average train between Southampton and Wales takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Wales. 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 2 hours between Southampton and Wales. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 22m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Wales? 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 Wales. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Wales station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Southampton to Wales train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Wales train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Sheffield station.
Book your Southampton to Wales train tickets online with South Western Railway, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Southampton and Wales is 271.2 km. The road distance is 371 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Wales Road/Limetree Avenue via Birmingham New Street, Sheffield, and Sheffield Interchange/C6 in around 4h 40m.