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Royal Cornwall Museum
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.
Cheapest price
£198
Average price
£222
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Truro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Truro will cost around £222 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £198.
To travel from Southampton to Truro you need to make at least one change.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Truro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 267 km
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£98 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 15m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Truro trains for today, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L79315+ G01133+ Y41595 · G15004 | Delayed 7:48 8:10Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h23 | 13:33 Truro station (TRU) | 3 changes | |
G15004+ L79315+ G15170 | On time 8:10 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h48 | 13:58 Truro station (TRU) | 2 changes | |
G00855+ G14989 · Y41595 | On time 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h18 | 13:33 Truro station (TRU) | 2 changes | |
G15005+ L79329+ W34791 | On time 9:11 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h13 | 14:24 Truro station (TRU) | 2 changes | |
G00858+ W34791 | On time 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h09 | 14:24 Truro station (TRU) | 1 change | |
G15007+ L79342+ G15171 | On time 10:11 Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h21 | 15:32 Truro station (TRU) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Southampton to Truro run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Truro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Truro trip today.
City museum covering Cornwall’s history, archaeology and natural history, with family-friendly displays in a central Victorian building.
Independent gallery showing contemporary Cornish art and craft in changing exhibitions, close to Truro Cathedral and city shops.
Contemporary arts venue with exhibitions by regional and national artists, plus talks and events in a converted chapel setting.
Main city square with shops, events and seating, framed by historic buildings and the cathedral approach.
Attractive Georgian street lined with grand townhouses, independent businesses and elegant architecture near the centre.
Riverside green space with lawns, memorials and paths, useful for a quiet break close to the city centre.
A hearty Cornish pastry with beef, potato, swede and onion in a crimped case. It is Cornwall’s signature portable meal and closely tied to local mining history.
A rich fish stew from Cornwall, usually with mixed local fish, shellfish, onions and potatoes. It showcases the county’s long fishing tradition.
A sweet saffron-enriched yeast bun from Cornwall, often baked with currants and served split with butter. It reflects the county’s old trade links.
Contemporary restaurant in Truro serving refined British cooking with local produce. Stylish but approachable atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Popular waterside fish restaurant and shop known for fresh Cornish seafood, simple cooking and a relaxed modern setting near Truro.
Long-established Truro institution for traditional fish and chips, with restaurant seating and reliable portions in a casual setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining cost less than London, but summer stays and tourist areas raise prices. Local buses are reasonable, while fine dining and peak-season lodging cost more.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, small change or no tip is normal.
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Truro Station -> Truro City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Truro 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 Truro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Truro trains use the Southampton Central to Truro station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Truro train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Truro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Truro.
Wi-Fi is available at Truro.
Ticket office support is available at Truro.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Truro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Truro: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truro: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Yes, 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.
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