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It takes an average of 5h 27m to travel from Rotherham Central to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 174 miles (281 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Rotherham Central to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from £40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Rotherham Central | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 36m | |
| Distance | 174 miles (281 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Rotherham Central to Southampton in 4 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Rotherham Central to Southampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 27 minutes to travel the 174 miles (281 km) from Rotherham Central to Southampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 19 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 Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to Southampton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Rotherham Central to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £40.00. 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 by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Rotherham Central to Southampton?
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.