The average train between Lancaster and Southampton takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lancaster and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 8:59 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lancaster to Southampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Southampton station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Lancaster to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Southampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Lancaster to Southampton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Lancaster and Southampton is 362 km. The road distance is 498 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Southampton Central via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 14m.