The average train between Southampton and West Kilbride takes 10h 3m and the fastest train takes 8h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to West Kilbride. 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 West Kilbride. 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 West Kilbride at 10:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 10h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to West Kilbride? 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 West Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at West Kilbride station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.
Southampton to West Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to West Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at West Kilbride station.
Book your Southampton to West Kilbride train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Southampton and West Kilbride is 579.9 km. The road distance is 761 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to West Kilbride via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 9h 17m.