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Compare train and coach for Southampton to Ramsgate
The cheapest option from Southampton to Ramsgate is coach, with an average price of £48. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Ramsgate among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 203 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£127 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest option |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Ramsgate
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Southampton to Ramsgate, including direct trains, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £127 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Lowest ticket price £127 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Ramsgate trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Ramsgate from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton to Ramsgate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Ramsgate 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 Ramsgate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Ramsgate
Most Southampton to Ramsgate trains use the Southampton Central to Ramsgate station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Ramsgate train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Ramsgate leave from?
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.
Which Ramsgate station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Ramsgate from Ramsgate city centre
Ramsgate train station facilities and services
Ramsgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ramsgate.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ramsgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ramsgate. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ramsgate: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ramsgate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ramsgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from car park. Lift and steps access to subway which gives direct access to platform 1,2,3 and 4 where services leave in both directions. Step free access to these platforms via lifts as well as stepped access, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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