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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 57 m
Trains on 20 Sept
22
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 £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) you need to make at least 2 changes.
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+
L78825+
X0777117:463h48Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)21:34Southampton Central (SOU)£201One-way2 changes- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L80266+W4550118:323h29Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)22:01Southampton Central (SOU)£221One-way2 changes
- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L78819+X0777316:463h48Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)20:34Southampton Central (SOU)£221One-way2 changes
- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L78811+X0777515:443h50Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)19:34Southampton Central (SOU)£221One-way2 changes
- Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo+L80246+W4574017:323h30Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)21:02Southampton Central (SOU)£241One-way2 changes
C37233+
G01036+X0776918:462h56Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)21:42Southampton Central (SOU)£371One-way2 changes- C37180+G01030+X0777316:462h56Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)19:42Southampton Central (SOU)£371One-way2 changes
- C37228+G01004+X077898:452h57Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)11:42Southampton Central (SOU)£561One-way2 changes
- C37274+G01029+X0777515:442h58Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)18:42Southampton Central (SOU)£371One-way2 changes
- C37206+G01034+X0777117:462h59Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)20:45Southampton Central (SOU)£371One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the ferry 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 an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 128 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A ferry is £28 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £49.
A ferry is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 16m.
Coach takes on average 3h 16m.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-27.27. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 1h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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 tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C22664+ C01228+L79346 · L78759 | 8:00 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h34 | 11:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4 changes | |
| C22671+L80132+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 8:27 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h34 | 12:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| X07789+C37228+G01004 | 8:45 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 2h57 | 11:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| X07789+L78769+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 8:45 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h49 | 12:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| C02759+W34799+L79357 · L78769 | 9:00 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h34 | 12:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4 changes | |
| W45505+L80152+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Waterloo | 9:32 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 3h29 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
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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 11 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 7:04 |
Last train 18:02 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry 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.
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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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the London Luton Airport to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
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