4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Lymington
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Lymington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Lymington will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton for Lymington on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 25 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.
9:25 AM0h25Southampton9:50 AMLymington$171One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 AM0h25Southampton9:50 AMLymington$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to Lymington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Lymington 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Lymington:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Lymington costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Lymington take longer:
Bus takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (23m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $17 (€14) 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
Southampton to Lymington train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Lymington trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:25 AM Southampton | 0h25 | 9:50 AM Lymington | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Lymington
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Trains from Southampton to Lymington run on average 8 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 10:38 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Lymington trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Lymington 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 Southampton to Lymington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Lymington 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 Lymington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Lymington
Most Southampton to Lymington trains use the Southampton Central to Lymington Town station pair, with some services arriving at Lymington Pier. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Lymington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Lymington 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 Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Lymington station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Lymington Town from Lymington city centre
Lymington Town train station facilities and services
Lymington Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lymington Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Town: 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.
Getting to Lymington Pier from Lymington city centre
Lymington Pier is 1 km from Lymington city centre. Public transport options include:
Lymington Pier train station facilities and services
Lymington Pier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Pier.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Pier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lymington Pier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lymington Pier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Pier: 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. 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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