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It takes an average of 3h 26m to travel from Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (133 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £29.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:35 | |
| Departure station | Milton Keynes Central | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 3h 0m | |
| Distance | 83 miles (133 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £29.10 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central in 3 hours
Thinking about taking the train from Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 26 minutes to travel the 83 miles (133 km) from Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 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, South Western Railway or CrossCountry 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 Milton Keynes Central to Southampton Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £29.10. 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 Milton Keynes Central 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.