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Trains from Southampton Central to Lancaster (LAN)

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29

train journeys
per day

225

miles (362 kms)

4hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:34

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to Lancaster is approximately 225 miles (362 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 42 mins.

South Western Railway, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Lancaster.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:08
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:55
    5 hrs 2 changes
    10:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:08
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    14:08
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:07
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    18:08
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:02
    4 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    19:07
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:00
    4 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Southampton Central
    Lancaster
    Southampton Central to Lancaster

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southampton Central and Lancaster

The travel time between Southampton Central and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:34.

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Amenities on trains between Southampton Central and Lancaster can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Southampton Central & Lancaster. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Lancaster.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Southampton Central and Lancaster, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.