The cheapest and fastest trains from Kemble to Southampton
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kemble to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kemble to Southampton will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 4 trains that leave Kemble for Southampton on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:41 AM2h28Kemble8:09 AMSouthampton$871One-way0 transfers
6:42 AM2h00Kemble8:42 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
7:41 AM2h02Kemble9:43 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
8:47 AM1h55Kemble10:42 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
8:47 AM1h55Kemble10:42 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
6:42 AM2h00Kemble8:42 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
7:41 AM2h02Kemble9:43 AMSouthampton$1521One-way1 transfer
5:41 AM2h28Kemble8:09 AMSouthampton$871One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kemble to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kemble to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 59 miles (96 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kemble to Southampton:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kemble to Southampton costing on average $48 (€38).
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 36m by train vs 1h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $48 (€38) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Kemble to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Kemble to Southampton trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:50 PM Kemble | 1h53 | 4:43 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:50 PM Kemble | 1h53 | 5:43 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Kemble | 1h52 | 6:42 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Kemble | 1h54 | 7:44 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Kemble | 1h53 | 8:43 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:51 PM Kemble | 1h52 | 9:43 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Kemble | 1h52 | 10:42 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:50 PM Kemble | 1h55 | 11:45 PM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:41 AM Kemble | 2h28 | 8:09 AM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:42 AM Kemble | 2h00 | 8:42 AM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Kemble | 2h02 | 9:43 AM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:47 AM Kemble | 1h55 | 10:42 AM Southampton | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kemble to Southampton
Trains from Kemble to Southampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Kemble to Southampton trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Kemble and Southampton from $36 (€29). 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 Kemble to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kemble 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 Kemble to Southampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:30 Saturday 06:50 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” Step free access possible to both platforms however Gloucester bound platform can only be accessed step free via local roads and footpaths.Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at Front of the station (off Platform 1) in both directions
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
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