The average train between Ely and Southampton takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Ely to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Ely and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ely to Southampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ely to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Southampton Central station via King's Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.
Ely to Southampton train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Southampton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.
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The distance between Ely and Southampton is 202.2 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Southampton Central via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 21m.