The average train between Strood and Southampton takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. There is an hourly train service from Strood 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 hourly between Strood and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Strood is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford International and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Strood 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 Strood to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Strood station and arriving at Southampton station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Strood to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Strood station.
Strood to Southampton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Strood to Southampton train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Strood and Southampton is 142.1 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a train from Strood to Southampton Central via Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 2h 25m.