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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Southampton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.
8:043h39Stoke-on-Trent11:43Southampton£341One-way0 changes- 9:043h43Stoke-on-Trent12:47Southampton£341One-way0 changes
- 7:043h39Stoke-on-Trent10:43Southampton£801One-way0 changes
- 8:043h39Stoke-on-Trent11:43Southampton£341One-way0 changes
- 7:043h39Stoke-on-Trent10:43Southampton£801One-way0 changes
- 9:043h43Stoke-on-Trent12:47Southampton£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £68.
Distance: 240 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£77 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:05 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h38 | 9:43 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:04 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h39 | 10:43 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:04 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h43 | 12:47 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:53 Stoke-on-Trent | 3h51 | 16:44 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:04 Stoke-on-Trent | 4h17 | 17:21 Southampton | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 240 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 240 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Stoke-on-Trent and Southampton from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stoke-on-Trent and Southampton
Most Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stoke-on-Trent station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Stoke-on-Trent from Stoke-on-Trent city centre
Stoke-on-Trent train station facilities and services
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, 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: Yes.
Which Southampton station do trains from Stoke-on-Trent arrive at?
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.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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