Storm Babet leaves Southampton fans in travel chaos ahead of Hull City

Adverse weather conditions have halted travel with some supporters left stuck at King’s Cross Station in London with no way of reaching MKM Stadium.

Saints kick off against Hull City at 3pm. Some rumours of a pitch inspection surfaced but Saints have had it confirmed there is currently no inspection planned. 

However, earlier this morning, London North Eastern Railway issued a ‘do not travel’ advisory for all routes heading north from King’s Cross.

⛔️#LNERUpdate Yesterday's severe weather is causing major disruption to train services. Please do NOT travel today.

Please visit for further information: https://t.co/v4rnt7NLU8 pic.twitter.com/P7WjYTDKHW

— London North Eastern Railway (@LNER) October 21, 2023

Saints season ticket holder Rob, currently at the station, told the Daily Echo: “It’s so busy, everyone’s confused including staff.

"No clarification on cancellations in good time. Everyone’s just waiting really. We checked but there are no bus or coach options." 

Really could use some high speed rail right now. pic.twitter.com/IT9IZaZNpw

— Rob (@SaintRob__) October 21, 2023

Apparently our train is departing now but they aren’t letting anyone through barriers at King’s Cross

— London Saints (@londonsaints) October 21, 2023

The journey to Hull from Southampton Central takes approximately five hours, while it is around two-and-a-half hours from King’s Cross Station.

The final train leaving King’s Cross and arriving at Hull in time for kick-off is at 11:48AM, arriving just 35 minutes before the teams get under way.

Currently stopped in Peterborough with the lads. Was originally meant to be on the 08:30 but was cancelled. Fortunate that the 08:00 service was late but still running and added additional stops. The train is very overcrowded. Hope to be on the move soon. pic.twitter.com/E53QrpCbnY

— Will (@wm_022) October 21, 2023