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It takes an average of 17h 2m to travel from Elgin to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 472 miles (759 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Elgin to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £136.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:16 | |
| Departure station | Elgin | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 12h 50m | |
| Distance | 472 miles (759 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £136.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Southern |
About the train journey from Elgin to Southampton Central
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The train from Elgin to Southampton Central usually takes 17 hours 2 minutes on average to travel 472 miles (759 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 12 hours 50 minutes. You can expect to find 7 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Southampton Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Elgin to Southampton Central if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £136.20. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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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.