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It takes an average of 7h 15m to travel from Darlington to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 250 miles (402 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Darlington to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £58.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:27 | |
| Departure station | Darlington | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 5h 35m | |
| Distance | 250 miles (402 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £58.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Darlington to Southampton Central in 5 hours 35 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Darlington to Southampton Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 15 minutes to travel the 250 miles (402 km) from Darlington to Southampton Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to Southampton Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Darlington to Southampton Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £58.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southampton Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Darlington to Southampton Central?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.