4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to York
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to York will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 4 trains that leave Southampton for York every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to York
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 340 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£102 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to York train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to York trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:52 Southampton | 4h58 | 08:50 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Southampton | 6h53 | 11:48 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:00 Southampton | 4h31 | 11:31 York | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:00 Southampton | 4h19 | 12:19 York | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to York
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Trains from Southampton to York run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 04:35 |
Last train 22:25 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER, Cross Country from Southampton to York trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and York from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Flights from Bournemouth to Newcastle
The most convenient options for flights from Bournemouth to Newcastle are the direct services departing from Southampton and London Heathrow. From Bournemouth, travellers can take one of the frequent train services to connect to their airport of choice. Non-stop flights depart from Southampton Airport four times a day on weekdays between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. and are operated by Flybe. For those wishing to fly at the weekend, there are three direct Flybe flights on Saturdays and two on Sundays. British Airways provides direct flights from London Heathrow to Newcastle. There are six flights per day between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on weekdays and four flights at weekends. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
FAQs: Southampton to York train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and York
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- 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
- 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)
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:45 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 4
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Belmont Road/Junction with Osborne Road Setting Down only journeys - stop by traffic lights (Thomas Lewis Way/Duke Street)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
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