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It takes an average of 2h 53m to travel from Southampton to Sherborne by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 72 trains per day travelling from Southampton to Sherborne and tickets for this journey start from £12.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:32 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Sherborne | |
| Journey time | From 1h 21m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 72 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £12.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Southampton to Sherborne in 1 hour 21 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Southampton to Sherborne? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 53 minutes to travel the 48 miles (78 km) from Southampton to Sherborne by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 21 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 72 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, South Western Railway or CrossCountry to Sherborne. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Southampton to Sherborne in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £12.90. 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 Sherborne by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton to Sherborne?
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.