Edinburgh (Waverley) to Southbourne by train
| First train | 16:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:41 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Southbourne | |
| Journey time | From 10h 14m | |
| Distance | 365 miles (587 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | South Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Southbourne by train in 10 hours 14 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Southbourne by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Southbourne by train is 10 hours 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 10 hours 14 minutes. You'll usually find 0 trains per day travelling the 365 miles (587 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Southbourne. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink on your way to Southbourne, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
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