Trains to Southampton Central from Sleaford
| First train | 06:49 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 17:33 | |
| Departure station | Sleaford | |
| Arrival station | Southampton Central | |
| Journey time | From 4h 8m | |
| Distance | 150 miles (242 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Thameslink |
Travelling from Sleaford to Southampton Central by train
Looking to travel from Sleaford to Southampton Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 35 minutes to travel from Sleaford to Southampton Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 8 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 150 miles (242 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Southampton Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink 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 Sleaford 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!
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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
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