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It takes an average of 7h 40m to travel from Lancaster to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 225 miles (362 km). There are normally 39 trains per day travelling from Lancaster to Southampton Central and tickets for this journey start from £53.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:06 | |
| Departure station | Lancaster | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 5h 29m | |
| Distance | 225 miles (362 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £53.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from Lancaster to Southampton Central by train
Looking to travel from Lancaster to Southampton Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 7 hours 40 minutes to travel from Lancaster to Southampton Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 29 minutes though. You'll usually find 39 trains per day running along the 225 miles (362 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Southampton Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway to get to Southampton Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lancaster to Southampton Central in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £53.20.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Southampton Central?
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.