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Kings Lynn to Southampton Central by train

First train

21:25

Last train

21:25

Departure station

Kings Lynn

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

From 11h 18m

Distance

149 miles (240 km)

Changes

4 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

Take the train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central in 11 hours 18 minutes

If you want to travel from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central by train to take around 11 hours 18 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 149 miles (240 km). You'll have to make 4 changes along the way on your journey to Southampton Central. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia or CrossCountry trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Kings Lynn and Southampton Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central is 11 hours and 18 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central. Travelling from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central by train will require a minimum of 4 changes.

What time does the first train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central leave?

The first train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central leaves at 21:25. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central leave?

The last train from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central leaves at 21:25. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Kings Lynn and Southampton Central by train?

Trains travelling from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central cover a distance of around 149 miles (240 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Southampton Central to Kings Lynn.

Cheap train tickets from Kings Lynn to Southampton Central

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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