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Sheffield to Southampton Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Sheffield to Southampton Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$93.38, with average prices for this route around AU$183.35. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 Sheffield	09:49 Southampton Central	4h 19m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:42 Sheffield	10:22 Southampton Central	4h 40m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Sheffield	10:42 Southampton Central	4h 48m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:56 Sheffield	10:22 Southampton Central	4h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:56 Sheffield	10:42 Southampton Central	4h 46m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:05 Sheffield	10:49 Paris	4h 44m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Sheffield to Southampton Central train route details

First train

04:38

Last train

22:11

Departure station

Sheffield

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

4h 11m

Distance

171 miles

Price

AU$93.38*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Sheffield to Southampton Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Sheffield to Southampton Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Sheffield to Southampton Central, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Sheffield to Southampton Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Sheffield to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Sheffield to Southampton Central train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Sheffield to Southampton Central with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.

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