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It takes an average of 3h 23m to travel from Royston to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (159 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Royston to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from £22.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:08 | |
| Departure station | Royston | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 40m | |
| Distance | 99 miles (159 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Royston to Southampton in 2 hours 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Royston to Southampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 23 minutes to travel the 99 miles (159 km) from Royston to Southampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Thameslink or CrossCountry 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 Royston to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £22.30. 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 Royston 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.