4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Liverpool
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
$74
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
$177
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
4 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
4 h 23 m
Trains on 28 Sept
42
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Liverpool will cost around $177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $74.
To travel from Southampton to Liverpool you need to make at least one change.
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C180305:15 PM5h02Southampton Central (SOU)10:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change- G00847+C178565:15 AM4h27Southampton Central (SOU)9:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change
- G00739+C177977:55 AM4h22Southampton Central (SOU)12:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change
- G00851+C177717:15 AM4h27Southampton Central (SOU)11:42 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change
- G00855+C177748:15 AM4h27Southampton Central (SOU)12:42 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change
- G00739+C177977:55 AM4h22Southampton Central (SOU)12:17 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$741One-way1 change
L80202 · L82512+
W33996+
Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston11:00 AM4h23Southampton Central (SOU)3:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1571One-way3 changes- L80202+W33996+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+
G2640711:00 AM4h23Southampton Central (SOU)3:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1571One-way3 changes - L80238+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C01308+G264353:00 PM4h23Southampton Central (SOU)7:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$3461One-way3 changes
- L80258 · L82704+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+C013094:59 PM4h24Southampton Central (SOU)9:23 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)$1271One-way3 changes
Live departures
Southampton to Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00847+C17856 | 5:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 9:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L78744+G00849+C17810 | 5:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h50 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00849+C17810 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 10:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L78870+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W33930 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 11:04 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00851+C17771 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 11:42 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L78872+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34237 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00739+C17797 | 7:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h22 | 12:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00855+C17774 | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00855+C17774 | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 12:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L78761+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34264 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 1:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00858+C17780 | 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 1:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80065+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34243 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 2:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00861+C17778 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h32 | 2:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80069+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34035 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 3:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| L80202 · L82512+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+W33996 | 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h23 | 3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| L80202+G26407+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W33996 | 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h23 | 3:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| G00866+C17775 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 3:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80074+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34099 | 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 4:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00875+C17781 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00875+C17781 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 4:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80080+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34103 | 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 5:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00879+C17966 | 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h27 | 5:42 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80088+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34215 | 1:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 6:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| L80228+G26428+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W34223 | 1:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h36 | 6:35 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| G00887+C17869 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h32 | 6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00887+C17869 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h32 | 6:47 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80098+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34030 | 2:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| L80238+G26435+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C01308 | 3:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h23 | 7:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| G00891+C17968 | 3:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 7:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00891+C17968 | 3:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h34 | 7:49 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80106+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34248 | 3:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h35 | 8:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| L80248+G26442+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W33984 | 3:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h24 | 8:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| G00895+W34288 · W34058 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h51 | 9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00895+C17782 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h02 | 9:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00895+C17782 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h02 | 9:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| L80116+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34058 | 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h36 | 9:06 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| L80258+G26449+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+C01309 | 4:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h24 | 9:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| L80258 · L82704+Tube from Vauxhall to London Euston+C01309 | 4:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h24 | 9:23 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3 changes | |
| L80258+Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+W34240 | 4:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h06 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
| G00901+C18030 | 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h02 | 10:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00901+C18030 | 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h02 | 10:17 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
| G00901+W34129 · W34240 | 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4h50 | 10:05 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Liverpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 but you can travel from only $17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 8:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Southampton to Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Liverpool
Most Southampton to Liverpool trains use the Southampton Central to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Liverpool leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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