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London to Southampton Trains From £7.00
London to Southampton Train Prices and Times
To find the cheapest train tickets from London to Southampton, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.
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- 18:05London Waterloo
1h 6m
Direct
19:11Southampton Airport ParkwayY01208-1W77
E-ticket
From £9.70 - 18:18London Paddington
1h 20m
No direct
19:38Southampton Airport ParkwayE-ticket
From £54.50 - 18:35London Waterloo
1h 7m
Direct
19:42Southampton Airport ParkwayY01134-1W37
E-ticket
From £9.70 - 18:35London Victoria
2h 28m
Direct
21:03Southampton CentralL15379-1J54
E-ticket
From £7.00 - 18:58Vauxhall
2h 49m
No direct
21:47Southampton CentralE-ticket
From £38.10 - 19:05London Waterloo
1h 8m
Direct
20:13Southampton Airport ParkwayY01213-1W79
E-ticket
From £9.70 - 19:15London Waterloo
2h 32m
Direct
21:47Southampton CentralY04318-2Y61
E-ticket
From £9.70 - 19:20London Waterloo
1h 15m
No direct
20:35Southampton Airport ParkwayE-ticket
From £43.10 - 19:35London Waterloo
1h 5m
Direct
20:40Southampton Airport ParkwayY01216-1W81
E-ticket
From £9.70 - 19:35London Victoria
2h 41m
Direct
22:16Southampton CentralL15383-1J58
E-ticket
From £7.00
London to Southampton Train Route Details
The London to Southampton train ticket is £7.00. The average travel time is 1h 5m, covering a distance of approximately 114 miles. There are usually 78 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.
First train | 01:02 |
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Last train | 23:35 |
Departure station | London |
Arrival station | Southampton |
Journey time | 1h 5m |
Distance | 114 miles |
Price | £7.00 |
Train Operators | South Western Railway |
Choose London to Southampton Train Ticket Types
Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from London to Southampton. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.
Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Learn MoreReturn train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Learn MoreAdvance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Learn MoreSeason train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Learn MoreSave 1/3 on London to Southampton Trains with Railcards
Railcards offering up to 1/3 off London to Southampton train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.
Type | Discount |
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16-25 Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £48.50 Save £16.01 |
26-30 Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £48.50 Save £16.01 |
Two Together Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £48.50 Save £16.01 |
Senior Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £48.50 Save £16.01 |
Save More on London to Southampton Train Fares
Book in Advance
Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Group Travel
Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.
Season Tickets
A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.
Flexi Travel
8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.
London to Southampton train FAQs
When is the first train from London to Southampton?
The first train from London to Southampton is at 01:02.Are there direct trains from London to Southampton?
No, there is no direct train from London to Southampton, and passengers would need to make 2 changes during the journey.How long is the train journey from London to Southampton ?
The train journey from London to Southampton typically takes an average of 1h 50m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 5m.How much is a train from London to Southampton ?
The cost of a train from London to Southampton can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £7.00 and the average price being around £48.50.What times are off-peak trains from London to Southampton ?
In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
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