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The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Sittingbourne
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
157 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Sittingbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Sittingbourne will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Fast trains
To travel from Southampton to Sittingbourne you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Southampton Central (SOU)16:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Southampton Central (SOU)13:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Southampton Central (SOU)12:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Southampton Central (SOU)11:40Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Southampton Central (SOU)14:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Southampton Central (SOU)16:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
2 changes
P61432+P55299+P7418410:253h09
Southampton Central (SOU)13:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
2 changes
P61421+P55287+P7418709:253h09
Southampton Central (SOU)12:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
2 changes
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Southampton Central (SOU)14:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
2 changes
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Southampton Central (SOU)15:34Sittingbourne station (SIT)
£681One-way
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Sittingbourne
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Trains from Southampton to Sittingbourne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 40m.
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 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 17:10 |
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: South Western Railway from Southampton to Sittingbourne trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Sittingbourne from £106. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
£86
South Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
FAQs: Southampton to Sittingbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
You can comfortably explore Sittingbourne in 1 to 2 days, enjoying local attractions such as Borden Parish and Milton Creek Country Park.
A day trip from Southampton to Sittingbourne is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 40m. However, the train frequency is 5 per day.
The train journey from Southampton to Sittingbourne offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the South Downs National Park and the Kent countryside, providing glimpses of rolling hills and charming villages.
The train distance from Southampton to Sittingbourne is 157 km.
Booking trains from Southampton to Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne covers a distance of 157 km and takes approximately 2h 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Sittingbourne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £106, while the average price tends to be around £107.
The first train from Southampton to Sittingbourne leaves at 5:15.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Sittingbourne is by train, costing approximately £106.
The last train from Southampton to Sittingbourne departs at 17:10.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Sittingbourne is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Sittingbourne station (SIT).
Trains from Southampton to Sittingbourne run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Sittingbourne.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Sittingbourne.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Sittingbourne.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Sittingbourne.
To travel from Southampton to Sittingbourne, you can take a train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Sittingbourne
Southampton
Sittingbourne
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 Sittingbourne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
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
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmBike 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)
The major train station for arrivals in Sittingbourne is Sittingbourne. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sittingbourne for your journey to Sittingbourne from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:10 - 18:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 and 3 for services away from London and to Sheerness available via the lift. Stepped access to all platforms via the station footbridge. Short steep ramp to platform one when booking hall closed.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:50 - 01:30 Saturday 04:50 - 01:30 Sunday 06:30 - 01:00 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms on Platforms 1 and 2/3 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station by main car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Sittingbourne
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park.
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