The cheapest and fastest trains from Ramsgate to Southampton
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ramsgate to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ramsgate to Southampton will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ramsgate for Southampton on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ramsgate to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ramsgate to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€51 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ramsgate to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Ramsgate to Southampton trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:09 AM Ramsgate | 5h55 | 1:04 PM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ramsgate to Southampton
Trains from Ramsgate to Southampton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 20:30 |
FAQs: Trains from Ramsgate to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ramsgate 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 Ramsgate to Southampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 06:15 - 16:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to booking hall from car park. Lift and steps access to subway which gives direct access to platform 1,2,3 and 4 where services leave in both directions. Step free access to these platforms via lifts as well as stepped access.
- 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: booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Booking Hall- Available during staffing hours
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on Platform 1 and 2 Only available when staff present
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: There is cycle parking at the Minster end of Platform 3/4 There is also a covered cycle parking area in the forecourt by the main entrance
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
- 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)
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