How to travel from Liverpool to Southampton

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €68.

Distance: 185 miles (299 km)

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€21

Average price

Cheapest

€68

Average price

€78

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 50m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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4h 43m

Average total duration

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4h 13m

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4h 36m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Southampton is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Southampton:

A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Southampton costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Southampton take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Southampton including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Southampton among Omio's users.

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from Liverpool to Southampton

How to get from Liverpool to Southampton by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Liverpool to Southampton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX032
    1:20 PM10h15
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    11:35 PMSouthampton, Coach Station
    191One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX032
    1:20 PM10h15
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    11:35 PMSouthampton, Coach Station
    191One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • West Midlands TrainsC16934+CrossCountryG01018
    11:12 AM4h31
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    3:43 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    611One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryG01013+West Midlands TrainsC16929
    10:12 AM4h31
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    2:43 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    611One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01009+West Midlands TrainsC16925
    9:12 AM4h31
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    1:43 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    611One-way
    1 transfer
  • CrossCountryG01022+West Midlands TrainsC16939
    12:12 PM4h32
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    4:44 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    611One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX032
    2:20 PM10h40
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    1:00 AMSouthampton, Coach Station
    191One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX032
    4:25 PM10h35
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    3:00 AMSouthampton, Coach Station
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX160
    11:00 AM9h50
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    8:50 PMSouthampton, Coach Station
    301One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Southampton

Travel to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Southampton.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Southampton including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Southampton is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Southampton:

A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Southampton costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Southampton take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

The distance from Liverpool to Southampton is approximately 185 miles (299 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Southampton is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Southampton as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Southampton:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Southampton, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Southampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains to go to Southampton by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Southampton by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Southampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Longford, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Southampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Southampton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and wildlife spotting, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip, or shop at Westquay Shopping Centre. Enjoy the vibrant Ocean Village Marina with its dining and leisure options, or relax in Southampton Common. For cultural experiences, visit the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, Southampton City Art Gallery, Solent Sky Museum, and catch a performance at the Mayflower Theatre.
To fully explore Southampton, including its maritime attractions, cultural sites, and local experiences, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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