The average train between Wales and Southampton takes 5h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 9:26 PM which arrives into Southampton at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 5h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales 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 Wales to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Southampton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.
Wales to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Wales to Southampton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Wales to Southampton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Southampton is 271.2 km. The road distance is 369 km.
You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Southampton Central via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 14m.