The average train between Topsham and Southampton takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Topsham 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 Topsham and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:31 AM at night, and the last departure from Topsham is at 10:10 PM which arrives into Southampton at 6:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter Central and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Topsham 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 Topsham to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Topsham station and arriving at Southampton station via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Topsham to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter Central station.
Topsham to Southampton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Salisbury station.
Book your Topsham to Southampton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Topsham and Southampton is 146.9 km. The road distance is 189 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Exeter Central to Salisbury hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 47m.