Southampton to Dawlish train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Dawlish

Showing times and prices for 05 May

Cheapest price

£122

Average price

£122

Fastest journey

2 h 31 m

Average duration

2 h 52 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

149 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Dawlish is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Southampton to Dawlish will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.

Fast trains

To travel from Southampton to Dawlish you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5:333h27
    Southampton
    9:00Dawlish
    £1221One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    8:103h02
    Southampton
    11:12Dawlish
    £1221One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    10:112h55
    Southampton
    13:06Dawlish
    £1221One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:103h07
    Southampton
    14:17Dawlish
    £1221One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    12:113h01
    Southampton
    15:12Dawlish
    £1221One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Southampton to Dawlish train times

The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Dawlish trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)5:33 Southampton
3h27
9:00 Dawlish2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)6:47 Southampton
2h56
9:43 Dawlish1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)8:10 Southampton
3h02
11:12 Dawlish2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)9:11 Southampton
2h56
12:07 Dawlish1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:11 Southampton
2h55
13:06 Dawlish2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Southampton to Dawlish

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Trains from Southampton to Dawlish run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 15:15. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 56m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
149 km
Average train duration
2h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 56m
First train
0:30
Last train
15:15
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Southampton to Dawlish trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton and Dawlish from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest Price
£20
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£126
first_great_western frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Southampton to Dawlish train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Dawlish 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 Dawlish, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Dawlish can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £47.
The train journey from Southampton to Dawlish covers a distance of 149 km and takes approximately 2h 56m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Dawlish is 149 km.
The first train from Southampton to Dawlish leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Southampton to Dawlish departs at 15:15.
Trains from Southampton to Dawlish run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Dawlish.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Dawlish.
To get from Southampton to Dawlish, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Dawlish.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Dawlish is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Dawlish station (DWL).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Dawlish is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Southampton to Dawlish in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton to Dawlish is considered scenic, featuring picturesque views of the English countryside and a stunning stretch along the coastline, offering travellers a glimpse of the sea and charming rural landscapes.
A day trip from Southampton to Dawlish is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 56m each way. However, there are 4 trains per day covering the 149 km distance.
A stay of two to three days in Dawlish is ideal, allowing time to explore the beach, enjoy scenic walks, and visit nearby attractions like Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Dawlish.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Dawlish

Southampton
Dawlish
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your trip from Southampton to Dawlish.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Woolston
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Redbridge
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Totton / Romsey: Redbridge Roundabout Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road) To Southampton: Redbridge School Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road)

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