4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Southampton
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Southampton will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sheffield for Southampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:234h24Sheffield11:47Southampton£811One-way0 changes
8:564h47Sheffield13:43Southampton£921One-way0 changes- 7:565h08Sheffield13:04Southampton£941One-way0 changes
- 7:234h24Sheffield11:47Southampton£811One-way0 changes
- 8:564h47Sheffield13:43Southampton£921One-way0 changes
- 7:565h08Sheffield13:04Southampton£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sheffield to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 276 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Southampton trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4:58 Sheffield | 4h24 | 9:22 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:56 Sheffield | 4h47 | 12:43 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:56 Sheffield | 4h47 | 13:43 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Sheffield | 4h22 | 13:22 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:56 Sheffield | 5h06 | 18:02 Southampton | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Southampton
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Trains from Sheffield to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 276 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 276 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:11 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country from Sheffield to Southampton trainsCrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Southampton from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Southampton
Most Sheffield to Southampton trains use the Sheffield to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. 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 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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Southampton station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No.
Getting to Millbrook (Hants) from Southampton city centre
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) train station facilities and services
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
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