Trains to Ardrossan from Southampton Central
| First train | 03:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Southampton Central | |
| Arrival station | Ardrossan | |
| Journey time | From 7h 44m | |
| Distance | 356 miles (573 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, ScotRail, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Travel by train from Southampton Central to Ardrossan
Looking to travel from Southampton Central to Ardrossan by train? You've come to the right place!
Generally, the train from Southampton Central to Ardrossan takes around 11 hours 26 minutes, but can take just 7 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. There are up to 13 trains per day from Southampton Central to Ardrossan.
You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Trains on this route are operated by Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway, ScotRail and South Western Railway.
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