How to get to Southampton from Llanelli

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Compare train for Llanelli to Southampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Llanelli to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £95.

Distance: 210 km

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£95

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£34

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£44

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4h 29m

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3h 59m

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7h 5m

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6h 35m

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3h 35m

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The cheapest way to travel from Llanelli to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Llanelli to Southampton:

A coach is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Llanelli to Southampton costing on average £95.

The fastest way to travel from Llanelli to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Southampton take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 5m.

Yes, you can take a train between Llanelli and Southampton.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £95 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£50. The journey takes 3h 59m versus 3h 35m 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.

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FAQs: Llanelli to Southampton

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You can travel between Llanelli and Southampton by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Llanelli to Southampton is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Llanelli to Southampton:

A coach is £62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Llanelli to Southampton costing on average £95.

The fastest way to travel from Llanelli to Southampton is by train with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Southampton take longer:

Coach takes on average 7h 5m.

The Llanelli to Southampton distance is approximately 210 km.
The average frequency per day from Llanelli to Southampton is:
  • Around 5 coaches per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Llanelli and Southampton as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Llanelli to Southampton:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way and arrive in Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University).
  • Trains mostly depart from Llanelli station (LLE) and arrive in Southampton Central (SOU).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Llanelli to Southampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Southampton by coach.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway to go to Southampton by train.
Omio customers who travel from Llanelli to Southampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Heathrow Airport, Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Southampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Llanelli to Southampton, you can take a train.
In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and cycling, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip to Hythe, and enjoy shopping at Westquay Shopping Centre. Visit the Ocean Village Marina for dining and leisure activities, or relax at Southampton Common. Discover the city's history at the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, and Solent Sky Museum. Art enthusiasts can visit the Southampton City Art Gallery, while theatre lovers can catch performances at the Mayflower Theatre.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Southampton allows you to explore key attractions such as the SeaCity Museum, Tudor House and Garden, and the vibrant waterfront.

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