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SeaCity Museum
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£101
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
4 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
5 h 20 m
Trains on 20 Sept
6
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Southampton will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Nottingham to Southampton you need to make at least one change.
W70737+
L78781+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo
C21691+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L80186
C21856+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L80178
G01090 · G01145+
W34991
G01090 · G01015
G01090 · G01015
G01090 · G01145+
W34991
L80168+
G07963+
C59839+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo
W70737+
L78781+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo
C21691+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L80186Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 229 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£70 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Southampton:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Southampton costing on average £70.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 3m.
Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-25.21. The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Southampton trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01112 · G01025 | On time 13:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h36 | 17:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
C04358+ C01957+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+ L80303 | On time 13:38 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h43 | 18:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
G01115 · G01028 | On time 14:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h36 | 18:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
C04361+ C01951+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+ L80309 | On time 14:38 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h43 | 19:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
G01117 · G01031 | On time 15:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h36 | 19:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G01120 · G01033 | On time 16:07 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h36 | 20:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
C59839+ G07963+ L80168+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | 8:50 Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h11 | 14:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
C21856+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+ L80178 | 9:01 Nottingham station (NOT) | 6h00 | 15:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
W70737+ L78781+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 9:51 Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h41 | 15:32 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G01090 · G01015 | 9:56 Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h46 | 14:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G01090 · G01145+ W34991 | 9:56 Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h09 | 15:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
C21691+ L80186+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 11:10 Nottingham station (NOT) | 5h51 | 17:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Nottingham to Southampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 21:40 |
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Discover the best of Southampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southampton trip today.
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.
Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.
Historic quarter of lanes, walls and vaults near the waterfront. Best for wandering between medieval sites, museums and old pubs.
Large central park popular for walks, events and green space between the civic buildings. A practical and pleasant break from shopping streets.
Waterside promenade with marina views, cafés nearby and links to old town walks. Visit for harbour scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty Hampshire stew of beef, onions and root vegetables, slowly cooked. It is a traditional county comfort dish linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Fresh crab from the nearby Solent and south coast, often served simply dressed. It is prized locally for sweet flavour and strong coastal identity.
A classic south coast catch, grilled or fried and served in local pubs and seafood spots. It reflects Southampton’s long maritime food culture.
Lively Oxford Street seafood restaurant serving fish, shellfish and British classics in an established, bustling setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant in Ocean Village with pizzas, pasta and marina views in a relaxed modern setting.
Contemporary fine dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and carefully presented plates.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Southampton Central -> Westquay, Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Southampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nottingham to Southampton trains use the Nottingham to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Woolston. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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