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Trains from Southampton Central to East Kilbride (EKL)

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16

train journeys
per day

354

miles (571 kms)

8hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to East Kilbride (EKL)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and East Kilbride , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to East Kilbride is approximately 354 miles (571 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 14 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and East Kilbride.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to East Kilbride. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to East Kilbride Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    8 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    13:49
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    8 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    14:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    7 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    7 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    16:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    8 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    17:03
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:15
    8 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:00
    7 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:00
    7 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    20:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:00
    8 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    21:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:22
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:00
    8 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    23:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:30
    11 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    08:50
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:00
    13 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:51
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:23
    16 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:20
    Southampton Central
    East Kilbride
    Southampton Central to East Kilbride

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

About East Kilbride Station

Station name East Kilbride (EKL)
Address East Kilbride station, Torrance Road, West Mains, East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, G74 1AR
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 23:25
Saturday 07:00 - 23:25
Sunday 09:40 - 17:20
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southampton Central and East Kilbride

The travel time between Southampton Central and East Kilbride by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and East Kilbride vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

First class tickets on trains between Southampton Central and East Kilbride typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southampton Central & East Kilbride. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and East Kilbride.

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