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Hull and East Riding Museum
Hull’s flagship natural history and local history museum is set in a grand Victorian building and is ideal for understanding the city’s story.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$339
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$339
Fastest journey on Sep 15
5 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
5 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 15
1
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull will cost around $339 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $339.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a train costs an average of $160.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull:
A bus is $96 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull costing on average $160 (€130).
Other travel options to Kingston upon Hull take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 57m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (4h 19m by train vs 4h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $160 (€130) compared to roughly $89 (€72) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Kingston upon Hull trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:55 AM Southampton | 5h16 | 1:11 PM Kingston upon Hull | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Kingston upon Hull — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kingston upon Hull trip today.
Hull’s flagship natural history and local history museum is set in a grand Victorian building and is ideal for understanding the city’s story.
This free museum explores William Wilberforce’s life and the abolition of the slave trade in the reformer’s birthplace.
A hands-on transport museum with vintage cars, bicycles, and street scenes. It is especially good for families and social history fans.
Hull’s most atmospheric old town street is lined with historic buildings, small museums, and pubs, making it a classic heritage walk.
This regenerated waterfront district mixes galleries, public art, and marina views. It is one of the city’s most popular modern visitor areas.
Hull’s central square brings together major civic buildings, statues, and the Ferens gallery, making it a natural starting point for sightseeing.
Smoked haddock fillet, usually naturally dyed yellow, long linked to Hull’s fishing heritage and often served grilled, poached, or in creamy fish dishes.
A classic East Yorkshire chip-shop dish of fish trimmings fried in batter. It is a long-standing local favourite and part of Hull’s working-class food culture.
Mashed potato mixed with sage, battered, and deep-fried. Common in Hull chip shops, it is a distinctive local comfort food with strong regional identity.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant known nationally for creative modern British cooking and polished service in an intimate fine-dining setting.
Stylish marina restaurant serving modern British dishes, steaks, and seafood with waterside views and a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Popular independent seafood spot in the old town, praised for fish and chips, fresh catches, and a casual traditional Hull feel.
Moderate by UK standards. Hotels, meals, and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, but costs are similar to other regional UK cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Hull Paragon Interchange -> Hull Paragon Interchange, Kingston upon Hull
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Kingston upon Hull trains use the Southampton Central to Hull station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Kingston upon Hull train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
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.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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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