4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 trains that leave Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 128 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 39 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 128 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £29 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:34 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2h48 | 08:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:04 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2h45 | 09:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:34 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2h48 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:46 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2h36 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
08 Nov
09 Nov
10 Nov
11 Nov
12 Nov
13 Nov
14 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 16:29. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 16:29 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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.
South Western Railway
CrossCountry
Thameslink
FAQs: Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar 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)
Most popular train connections from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
More options for your journey from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Southampton Central (SOU) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Most popular train connections to Southampton Central (SOU)
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
