How much does a train ticket from Edinburgh to Southampton cost?

The average train ticket price from Edinburgh to Southampton is $158. The best way to find train tickets from Edinburgh to Southampton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Edinburgh to Southampton?

A train trip between Edinburgh and Southampton is around 8h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 357 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Edinburgh and Southampton?

The number of trains from Edinburgh to Southampton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Edinburgh to Southampton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Edinburgh to Southampton?

Trains traveling between Edinburgh and Southampton leave from Waverley or Haymarket and arrive at Southampton Airport.

What are the best sights and things to do in Southampton?

Once in Southampton, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Day Trip To The Isle Of Wight, Southampton City Art Gallery, St Mary's Stadium, Guided Walks, Bike The Tracks Of New Forest.

Trains from Edinburgh to Southampton | CrossCountry

Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Southampton.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $58	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$158 - $531	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$57 - $57	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the train from Edinburgh to Southampton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Edinburgh to Southampton: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$158

Average train trip duration8h 30m

Number of daily trains6

Earliest train departure9:08am

Distance356 miles (573 km)

Latest train departure1:08pm

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4/539 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.9

Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $158.00

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Edinburgh to Southampton Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and Southampton?

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Waverley

B - Haymarket

C - Edinburgh Park

D - Bus Station

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Airport

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Edinburgh and Southampton is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Southampton.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Southampton, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Edinburgh and Southampton compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Edinburgh to Southampton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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