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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Southampton Central

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20

train journeys
per day

125

miles (201 kms)

3hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 04:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Southampton Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Southampton Central is approximately 125 miles (201 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 32 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Southampton Central.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    09:02
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    3 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:43
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:05
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:55
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    10:42
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:02
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:43
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    3 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:02
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    17:02
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    18:02
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:15
    3 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    19:03
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:50
    3 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:48
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:06
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    5 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    01:14
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:25
    9 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    06:18
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:25
    9 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    06:47
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:54
    7 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:00
    Plymouth
    Southampton Central
    Plymouth to Southampton Central

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Plymouth and Southampton Central

The travel time between Plymouth and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Southampton Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 04:03.

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Amenities on trains between Plymouth and Southampton Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Plymouth & Southampton Central. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Southampton Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Plymouth and Southampton Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.