The average train between Southampton and Lanark takes 8h 32m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to Lanark. 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 every 3 hours between Southampton and Lanark. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 7:15 PM which arrives into Lanark at 2:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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8h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Lanark? 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 Southampton to Lanark. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Lanark station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.
Southampton to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Lanark train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Southampton to Lanark train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and 4 other operators.
The distance between Southampton and Lanark is 553.3 km. The road distance is 710 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Lanark via Stafford, Preston, and Motherwell in around 8h 25m.