The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$161
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) without transferring at least once.
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C169726:33 PM5h12Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)11:45 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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C169492:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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C169441:12 PM4h31Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)5:43 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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C169645:10 PM4h34Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)9:44 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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C169696:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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G010323:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)7:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$2181One-way1 transfer
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G010272:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$1941One-way1 transfer
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C169492:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)6:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
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C169696:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$1151One-way1 transfer
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C169696:12 PM4h30Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)10:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$751One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$103 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A bus is $55 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average $103 (€83).
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 41m.
Tickets start at around $103 (€83) compared to roughly $99 (€80) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.43 (€-2.76). The journey takes 4h 14m versus 4h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01019+ C16931 | Delayed 12:03 PM 10:33 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h11 | 3:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
G01023+ C16937 | Delayed 1:03 PM 11:33 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h09 | 4:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33245+ G01023+ V94220+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | On time 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h59 | 4:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W33245+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78794 | On time 11:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h51 | 5:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W33164 · W33327+ G01023 | On time 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h38 | 4:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W33164+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80193 | On time 12:04 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h57 | 6:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
G01026+ C16941 | Delayed 2:03 PM 12:33 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h11 | 5:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33218+ G01026+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C00853 | On time 12:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h01 | 5:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W33308+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78824 | On time 3:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h51 | 9:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C01290+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80265 | On time 4:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h53 | 10:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16961+ G01036 | On time 4:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h09 | 9:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33199+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ W34847+ G01036 | On time 4:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h59 | 9:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W33199+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78834 | On time 4:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h51 | 10:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W33078+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80285 | On time 5:08 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h53 | 11:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16966+ G01040 | On time 5:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h09 | 10:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33129+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C00861+ G01040 | On time 5:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h59 | 10:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W33129+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78844 | On time 5:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h51 | 11:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W33036+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78856 | On time 6:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 5h54 | 12:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W33123+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L78866 | On time 7:43 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 6h13 | 1:56 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
W33943+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80222 | 5:25 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h57 | 10:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16913+ G01000 | 6:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h34 | 10:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33895+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80234 | 6:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h39 | 11:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16917+ G01003 | 7:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h33 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W33878+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80242 | 7:40 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h42 | 12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16920+ G01005 | 8:10 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h37 | 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
C16923+ G01178+ C48486+ L80254 | 8:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h49 | 1:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W34170+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80254 | 8:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h39 | 1:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W34085+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80120 | 9:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h41 | 1:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W34085+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ V06713+ G01009 | 9:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h35 | 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C16925+ G01009 | 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h31 | 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W34119+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80262 | 9:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h39 | 2:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
W34234+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L79384+ G01013 | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h35 | 2:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
W34234+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80128 | 10:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h41 | 2:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C16929+ G01013 | 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h31 | 2:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
W34182+ Tube from London Euston to London Waterloo+ L80274 | 10:43 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h39 | 3:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- 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.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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