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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
115 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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 London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave London Liverpool Street (LST) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
03:22PM1h57
London Liverpool Street (LST)05:19PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$421One-way
0 transfers
07:22AM2h00
London Liverpool Street (LST)09:22AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
03:22PM1h57
London Liverpool Street (LST)05:19PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$421One-way
0 transfers
07:22AM2h00
London Liverpool Street (LST)09:22AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €21 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 6:06 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:22 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 2h00 | 9:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:22 PM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 1h57 | 5:19 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 15:22. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 15:22 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Train companies: South Western Railway, Tfl Rail, CrossCountry, London Public Transportation (3), Elizabeth Line from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Tfl Rail, CrossCountry, London Public Transportation (3), Elizabeth Line trains will get you between London Liverpool Street (LST) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
South Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
$71 (€58)
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Tfl Rail
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
$63 (€52)
Tfl Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
London Public Transportation (3)
About
London Overground is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of suburban rail services in and around Greater London. The services run from early morning until late at night, with some lines running 24 hours a day. The trains come in a variety of types, including the Class 378 Capitalstar, Class 172 Turbostar, Class 315, Class 317, Class 508 and Class 700 Desiro City. London Overground offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, off-peak and super off-peak tickets. Onboard facilities include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, power sockets and CCTV. The most popular routes for London Overground are from Euston to Watford Junction, from Liverpool Street to Enfield Town, and from Clapham Junction to Stratford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
London Public Transportation (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two large items of luggage and one small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Luggage racks available at the ends of carriages and overhead storage
Cancellation Policy
Refunds subject to administrative fee and fare conditions
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at many stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Elizabeth Line
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$132 (€108)
Elizabeth Line frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Liverpool Street (LST) 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.
The distance by train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 71 miles (115 km).
There is no high speed train available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU).
The first train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 5:02 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Train ticket prices from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $27 (€22), while the average price is around $45 (€36).
The cheapest way to get from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€17).
The last train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 3:22 PM.
The train from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU) takes 1h 57m and runs 9 per day.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU).
The train journey from London Liverpool Street to Southampton Central offers an urban to coastal transition, passing through the picturesque English countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the South Downs, providing a moderately scenic experience.
A day trip from London Liverpool Street to Southampton Central is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 57m and trains run 9 times per day. The distance is 71 miles (115 km).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Liverpool Street (LST) to Southampton Central (SOU)
London
Southampton
The major train station for departures in London is London Liverpool Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Liverpool Street for your trip from London to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
Distance to city center
3 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transit options for Southampton Central
- 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)
Most popular train connections from London Liverpool Street (LST)
Most popular trains to and from Southampton Central (SOU) and London Liverpool Street (LST)
Most popular train connections to Southampton Central (SOU)
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