4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dartford to Southampton
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€114
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€117
Fastest journey on Sep 08
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
2 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 08
16
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dartford to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Southampton will cost around €117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €114.
It's difficult to get from Dartford to Southampton without transferring at least 3 times.
7:09 PM2h34Dartford9:43 PMSouthampton€1141One-way3 transfers
6:16 AM2h26Dartford8:42 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers- 7:16 AM2h27Dartford9:43 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 8:17 AM2h25Dartford10:42 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 9:16 AM2h27Dartford11:43 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 8:17 AM2h25Dartford10:42 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 6:16 AM2h26Dartford8:42 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 4:16 PM2h26Dartford6:42 PMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 8:16 PM2h26Dartford10:42 PMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
- 7:16 AM2h27Dartford9:43 AMSouthampton€1171One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dartford to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 128 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€69 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dartford to Southampton:
A bus is €61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dartford to Southampton costing on average €69.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
Live departures
Dartford to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Southampton trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM Dartford | 2h26 | 8:42 AM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 7:16 AM Dartford | 2h27 | 9:43 AM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 8:17 AM Dartford | 2h25 | 10:42 AM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 9:16 AM Dartford | 2h27 | 11:43 AM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 10:16 AM Dartford | 2h31 | 12:47 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 11:16 AM Dartford | 2h27 | 1:43 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 12:16 PM Dartford | 2h27 | 2:43 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 1:16 PM Dartford | 2h27 | 3:43 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 2:16 PM Dartford | 2h27 | 4:43 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 3:16 PM Dartford | 2h27 | 5:43 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 4:16 PM Dartford | 2h26 | 6:42 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
| 5:16 PM Dartford | 2h28 | 7:44 PM Southampton | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Southampton
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Trains from Dartford to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink from Dartford to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink trains will get you between Dartford and Southampton from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Dartford to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Southampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dartford to Southampton
Most Dartford to Southampton trains use the Dartford to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dartford station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southampton station do trains from Dartford arrive at?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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