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It takes an average of 9h 25m to travel from Kilmarnock to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 349 miles (562 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Kilmarnock to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £88.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:28 | |
| Departure station | Kilmarnock | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 8h 42m | |
| Distance | 349 miles (562 km) | |
| Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £88.70 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Kilmarnock to Southampton Central in 8 hours 42 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Kilmarnock to Southampton Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 25 minutes to travel the 349 miles (562 km) from Kilmarnock to Southampton Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 42 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or ScotRail 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 Kilmarnock to Southampton Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £88.70. 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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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.