Luton to Southampton Train
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Luton to Southampton by train
The journey from Luton to Southampton by train is 79.81 mi and takes 2 hrs 52 mins. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:41 and the last at 18:43. It is possible to travel from Luton to Southampton by train for as little as £15.15 or as much as £76.18. The best price for this journey is £15.15.
| Lowest Price | £15.15 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 52 mins |
| Connection per Day | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway 34 |
| Lowest Price | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway £15.15 |
| Highest Price | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway £76.18 |
| First Departure | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway 03:41 |
| Last Departure | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway 18:43 |
| Distance | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway 79.81 mi |
| Departure | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway Luton |
| Arrival | London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway Southampton |
| Carriers | London Overground, Great Western Railway London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway |
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Find the best day to travel to Southampton by train
When travelling to Southampton by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board London Overground, Great Western Railway and Thameslink from Luton to Southampton
Compare services on board when travelling from Luton to Southampton by train.
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Luton to Southampton CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
8.99kg
Bus
9.63kg
Flight
25.69kg
Car
20.55kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Luton to Southampton by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Luton and Southampton are 8.99kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Luton and Southampton? By taking the train between Luton and Southampton you will save 16.7kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.64kg compared to a bus and 11.56kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Luton to Southampton?
A train ticket from Luton to Southampton is £42.90. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £15.15.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Luton to Southampton?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Luton to Southampton is £15.15. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Luton and Southampton by train?
Luton to Southampton is 79.81 mi.
How long does the train between Luton and Southampton take?
Luton to Southampton is on average 2 hrs 52 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 38 mins.
Which companies operate from Luton to Southampton?
The train journey from Luton to Southampton is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: London Overground, Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway, Elizabeth line and South Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Luton to Southampton?
Luton to Southampton has 34 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Luton to Southampton leave?
The earliest train from Luton to Southampton departs at 03:41. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Luton to Southampton depart?
The latest train from Luton to Southampton departs at 18:43. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Luton to Southampton in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £15.15 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Luton to Southampton by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Luton and Southampton is 2 hrs 38 mins.
Is there a direct train from Luton to Southampton?
Yes, there is a direct train between Luton and Southampton.
What are the CO2 emissions for Luton to Southampton by train?
The train journey from Luton to Southampton creates 8.99kg of CO2 emissions.