4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Durham
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
4 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Durham will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Durham without transferring at least 2 times.
G80245+
G00710+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
L8020712:00 PM5h11Southampton Central (SOU)5:11 PMDurham station (DHM)$1441One-way3 transfers- C02040+L80207+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross12:00 PM5h19Southampton Central (SOU)5:19 PMDurham station (DHM)$1681One-way2 transfers
- G00875+
W35182+C02040+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross12:15 PM5h04Southampton Central (SOU)5:19 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way3 transfers - G00875+W35182+G80245+G0071012:15 PM4h56Southampton Central (SOU)5:11 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way4 transfers
- G80247+L80079+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+
G1595012:30 PM5h37Southampton Central (SOU)6:07 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way3 transfers
- G00875+W35182+G80245+G0071012:15 PM4h56Southampton Central (SOU)5:11 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way4 transfers
- G00875+W35182+C02040+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross12:15 PM5h04Southampton Central (SOU)5:19 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way3 transfers
- G80245+G00710+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L8020712:00 PM5h11Southampton Central (SOU)5:11 PMDurham station (DHM)$1441One-way3 transfers
- C02040+L80207+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross12:00 PM5h19Southampton Central (SOU)5:19 PMDurham station (DHM)$1681One-way2 transfers
- G80247+L80079+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G1595012:30 PM5h37Southampton Central (SOU)6:07 PMDurham station (DHM)$1711One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to Durham
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $138.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$160 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Durham:
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Durham costing on average $160 (€131).
Other travel options to Durham take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
Live departures
Southampton to Durham train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Durham trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00849+W34853+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C02000 | On time 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h03 | 11:18 AM Durham station (DHM) | 3 transfers | |
| G00849+W34853+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80209 | On time 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h55 | 11:10 AM Durham station (DHM) | 4 transfers | |
| L78869+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80211+G15861 | On time 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h36 | 12:06 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3 transfers | |
| L78750+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+C02036 | On time 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h18 | 12:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 2 transfers | |
| G00851+W35357+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C02036 | On time 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h03 | 12:18 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3 transfers | |
| L78871+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80216+G15862 | On time 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h36 | 1:06 PM Durham station (DHM) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Durham
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Trains from Southampton to Durham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 (€112) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 (€112) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 10:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Southampton to Durham trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Durham from $43 (€35). 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 to Durham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Durham
Most Southampton to Durham trains use the Southampton Central to Durham station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Durham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Durham leave from?
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.
Getting to Sholing from Southampton city centre
Sholing is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Sholing train station facilities and services
Sholing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sholing.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sholing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sholing: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sholing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sholing: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). 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.
Which Durham station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this 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.
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