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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£124
Average price
£124
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £124.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester station (LEI) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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 train and coach for Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 193 km
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3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:43 Leicester station (LEI) | 4h14 | 07:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:32 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h17 | 12:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:04 Leicester station (LEI) | 3h17 | 19:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 193 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Leicester station (LEI) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leicester station (LEI) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester station (LEI) 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 Leicester station (LEI) and Southampton Central (SOU)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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 on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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Car Rental- 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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