The cheapest and fastest trains from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lymington Town (LYT) 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 Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lymington Town (LYT) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Thu, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 29 m 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.
5:01 PM0h27Lymington Town (LYT)5:28 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$111One-way0 transfers
5:31 PM0h27Lymington Town (LYT)5:58 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$111One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM0h29Lymington Town (LYT)10:28 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$121One-way0 transfers
5:31 PM0h27Lymington Town (LYT)5:58 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$111One-way0 transfers
5:01 PM0h27Lymington Town (LYT)5:28 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)$111One-way0 transfers
9:59 AM0h29Lymington Town (LYT)10:28 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average $14 (€12).
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 13m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (26m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:16 AM Lymington Town (LYT) | 0h36 | 7:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:29 AM Lymington Town (LYT) | 0h29 | 9:58 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:29 AM Lymington Town (LYT) | 0h29 | 10:58 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:29 AM Lymington Town (LYT) | 0h29 | 11:58 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 17:31. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 27m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 5:31 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: South Western Railway from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Lymington Town (LYT) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $4 (€3). 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 Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lymington Town (LYT) 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.

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Popular train stations from Lymington Town (LYT) to Southampton Central (SOU)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:15 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday 10:00 - 13:00
- Car Park: Non Rail Users
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible taxis: Local taxi numbers; Lymington Taxis 01590 670670 Allports Taxis 01590 679792
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. However they are currently closed
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Station Street
- 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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