Dover to Southampton train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Dover to Southampton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Dover to Southampton take around 3 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 188 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Dover is scheduled to depart at around  04:26. The last departure is usually at around 23:05 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Dover at around 04:50, with the last train leaving at around 22:05. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 74 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 5 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £82.62.

We think any time is a great time to visit Southampton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Southampton.

Is there a direct train from Dover to Southampton?

The journey between Dover and Southampton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Dover to Southampton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Dover to Southampton?

The Dover to Southampton train travel takes about 3 hours and 13 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Dover to Southampton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southampton leaving Dover at around 04:26 and the last train leaving at around 23:05 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Dover at around 04:50, with the final departure at 22:05.