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It takes an average of 7h 57m to travel from Carlisle to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 282 miles (454 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from Carlisle to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £65.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:45 | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 6h 26m | |
| Distance | 282 miles (454 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £65.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Carlisle to Southampton Central in 6 hours 26 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Carlisle to Southampton Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 57 minutes to travel the 282 miles (454 km) from Carlisle to Southampton Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 26 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to Southampton Central. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Carlisle to Southampton Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £65.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southampton Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.