The average train between Southampton and Windermere takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Southampton to Windermere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Southampton and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 7:15 PM which arrives into Windermere at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 38m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Windermere? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District station via Stafford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Southampton to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
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The distance between Southampton and Windermere is 399.5 km. The road distance is 465 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Windermere via Stafford and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 55m.