The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU)
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Truro station (TRU) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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 train and bus for Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €86. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €86, and a train costs an average of €54.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€109 Average price | €90 Average price Cheapest |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 22m Average total duration 11h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:11 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h13 | 1:24 PM Truro station (TRU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 13:10 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Truro station (TRU) from $66 (€54). 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU) 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 Truro station (TRU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Truro station (TRU)
- 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 06:45 - 20:05 Saturday 06:40 - 19:05 Sunday 09:15 - 19:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms 1 & 2 from the main road side buildings. Access to platform 3 via the footbridges and level crossing. 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 taxis: Yes
- 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: Platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 2 & 3
- Waiting rooms location: P3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
