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Corby to Southampton Central by train

First train

07:41

Last train

09:43

Departure station

Corby

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

From 4h 15m

Distance

114 miles (183 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

How to travel from Corby to Southampton Central by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Corby to Southampton Central? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Corby and Southampton Central, which usually take 4 hours 45 minutes to complete the 114 miles (183 km) journey. It can take as little as 4 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Southampton Central by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

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 Corby to Southampton Central if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Southampton Central? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Corby to Southampton Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Corby to Southampton Central take?

The average journey time by train between Corby and Southampton Central is 4 hours and 45 minutes, with around 1 train per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Corby and Southampton Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Corby to Southampton Central is 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Corby to Southampton Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Corby to Southampton Central. Travelling from Corby to Southampton Central by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Corby to Southampton Central leave?

The first train from Corby to Southampton Central leaves at 07:41. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Corby to Southampton Central leave?

The last train from Corby to Southampton Central leaves at 09:43. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Corby and Southampton Central by train?

Trains travelling from Corby to Southampton Central cover a distance of around 114 miles (183 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Southampton Central to Corby.

Cheap train tickets from Corby to Southampton Central

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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