Southampton to Swanwick by train

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Overview: trains from Southampton to Swanwick

Find the key information for travelling by train from Southampton to Swanwick, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:44 View journey
Last train 22:58 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 17m View journey
Distance (km) 11
Trains / day 66 View all
Cheapest journey AU$13.87 View journey
Avg journey time 24m
Train operators 4

Travelling from Southampton to Swanwick by train

Considering a train trip from Southampton to Swanwick? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Southampton and Swanwick

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$13.87

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Southampton to Swanwick train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Southampton to Swanwick is at 05:46 and the last is at 22:44. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 05:44 and the last one is at 22:58. You can expect 66 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 12 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Southampton and Swanwick

The route’s fastest journey takes 17 minutes, covering a total of 11 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Southampton and Swanwick?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Further insights on trains from Southampton to Swanwick

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Swanwick city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Southampton to Swanwick

Want to know more about your journey from Southampton to Swanwick? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Southampton to Swanwick covers a distance of 11 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.