The average train between Stamford and Southampton takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is a train service every few hours from Stamford to Southampton. 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 hourly between Stamford and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stamford is at 10:00 PM which arrives into Southampton at 1:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Stamford to Southampton? 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 Stamford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Stamford station and arriving at Southampton station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Stamford to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Peterborough station.
Stamford to Southampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Stamford to Southampton train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Stamford and Southampton is 204.2 km. The road distance is 273 km.
You can take a train from Stamford to Southampton Central via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 6m.