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Southampton to York by train
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:12 pm | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | York | |
| Journey time | From 4h 52m | |
| Distance | 211 miles (340 km) | |
| Frequency | 30 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway |
Take the train from Southampton to York in 4 hours 52 minutes
If you want to travel from Southampton to York by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Southampton to York by train to take around 6 hours 15 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 30 trains per day running on this route, which spans 340 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to York.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Southampton to York if you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton to York
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southampton to York is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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