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Trip Overview

The average train between Southampton and York Station takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to York Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 58m
Duration
273 mi
Distance
£129
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain train
  2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain train
  3. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain train
3h 45m
£88–177

Southampton to York Station train times

Trains run hourly between Southampton and York Station. 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 York Station at 10:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 34m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 35m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 38m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 48m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)Grand Central Trains3h 34m • 3 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)London Underground (Tube)London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 47m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Southampton to York Station? 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.

Map of how to get from Southampton to York Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 272.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and York Station, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to York via Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 45m.

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