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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Southampton
- Cheapest price on Nov 09
- €69
- Average ticket price on Nov 09
- €136
- Fastest journey on Nov 09
- 3 h 57 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 09
- 4 h 15 m
- Trains on Nov 09
- 6
- Distance
- 229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Southampton will cost around €136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Southampton without transferring at least once.
G01101 · G010099:07 AM 4h36 Nottingham station (NOT) 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €69 1 One-way 1 transfer- G01098 · G01005
8:07 AM 4h40 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €69 1 One-way 1 transfer 
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L801098:50 AM 4h01 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €128 1 One-way 2 transfers- W70680+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L80241
8:12 AM 4h10 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €151 1 One-way 2 transfers - W29925 · G01005+C21829
8:16 AM 4h31 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €169 1 One-way 2 transfers
- W70683+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+G01005+
W351158:50 AM 3h57 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €233 1 One-way 3 transfers - W70683+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L80109
8:50 AM 4h01 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €128 1 One-way 2 transfers - W70680+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L80241
8:12 AM 4h10 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €151 1 One-way 2 transfers - W29925 · G01005+C21829
8:16 AM 4h31 Nottingham station (NOT) 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €169 1 One-way 2 transfers - G01101 · G01009
9:07 AM 4h36 Nottingham station (NOT) 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) €69 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Nottingham to Southampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Nottingham to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Southampton trains for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:44 AM Nottingham | 5h59 | 1:43 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:17 AM Nottingham | 5h46 | 2:03 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:21 AM Nottingham | 5h13 | 1:34 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:27 AM Nottingham | 5h28 | 2:55 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:16 PM Nottingham | 4h29 | 4:45 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect |
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Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway from Nottingham to Southampton trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Nottingham and Southampton from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nottingham and Southampton
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Southampton
Most Nottingham to Southampton trains use the Nottingham to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Woolston. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southampton station do trains from Nottingham 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 Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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