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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Southampton Central

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36

train journeys
per day

119

miles (192 kms)

3hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

06:02 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Southampton Central

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Southampton Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Southampton Central is approximately 119 miles (192 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 51 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Southampton Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Southampton Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Southampton Central Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:02
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:23
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:50
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:07
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    10:42
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:49
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:22
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:50
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:04
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:31
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:51
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:22
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:50
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:04
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:04
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:22
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:03
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    16:22
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:32
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    16:49
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:04
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    17:22
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:51
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:04
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    18:19
    Leicester
    Southampton Central
    Leicester to Southampton Central

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Southampton Central

The travel time between Leicester and Southampton Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Southampton Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Southampton Central. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, West Midlands Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Southampton Central.

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