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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Lancaster will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for Lancaster on Mon, Jun 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 365 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 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.
9:15 AM4h53Southampton2:08 PMLancaster$1621One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM4h53Southampton2:08 PMLancaster$1621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Southampton to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $84 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Lancaster:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Lancaster costing on average $132 (€109).
A bus is $110 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Lancaster costing on average $195 (€160).
Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 38m.
Bus takes on average 11h 0m.
Live departures
Southampton to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Lancaster trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM Southampton | 4h53 | 2:08 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:25 AM Southampton | 5h31 | 2:56 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€45) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Southampton to Lancaster trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Southampton and Lancaster from $54 (€45). 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 Southampton to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Lancaster
Most Southampton to Lancaster trains use the Southampton Central to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Lancaster 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.
Which Lancaster station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, 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 Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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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