The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 321 km
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4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h41 | 12:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 4h38 | 20:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 19:10 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsLNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Southampton Central (SOU)
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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