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Compare train and coach for Southampton to Spalding
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Spalding among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 226 km
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Overview: Train from Southampton to Spalding
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Trains from Southampton to Spalding run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 3h 35m.
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.
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Coach from £54
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £54
FAQs: Southampton to Spalding train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Spalding 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 Spalding, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Spalding can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £56.
The train journey from Southampton to Spalding covers a distance of 226 km and takes approximately 3h 35m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Southampton to Spalding is 226 km.
The first train from Southampton to Spalding leaves at 7:01.
The last train from Southampton to Spalding departs at 20:30.
Trains from Southampton to Spalding run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Southampton to Spalding, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Spalding.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Spalding is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Spalding station (SPA).
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Spalding is by coach, costing approximately £54.
Booking trains from Southampton to Spalding 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 Spalding offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Hampshire countryside, passing through historic towns and picturesque landscapes along the way.
To fully explore Spalding, a visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient, allowing time to enjoy local attractions, such as the beautiful gardens and historic sites.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Southampton to Spalding.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Spalding
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Spalding
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 Spalding.
Amenities at train station
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Dining
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Accessibility
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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)
The major train station for arrivals in Spalding is Spalding. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Spalding for your journey to Spalding from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:30 Saturday 06:30 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. 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 for details. Level to Peterborough bound platform. Footbridge or with staff assistance via foot crossing to Sleaford bound platform (station is staffed mornings only). 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 taxis: MRIS 01795 680993
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 1 in the car park and the other on Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Spalding
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station front at the bus stop next to the taxi rank.
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