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London Paddington to Southampton train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Paddington to Southampton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$10.14, with average prices for this route around US$62.97. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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03:35
London Paddington
06:52
Southampton Airport Parkway
3h 17m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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05:37
London Paddington
09:33
Southampton Central
3h 56m, No directThameslinkSouthern
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05:49
London Paddington
07:49
Southampton Airport Parkway
2h, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:57
London Paddington
09:33
Southampton Central
3h 36m, No directThameslinkSouthern
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06:00
London Paddington
07:49
Southampton Airport Parkway
1h 49m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western Railway
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06:22
London Paddington
08:18
Paris
1h 56m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Paddington to Southampton train route details

First train
First train
03:35
Last train
Last train
23:42
Departure station
Departure station
London Paddington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
1h 12m
Distance
Distance
69 miles
Price
Price
US$10.14*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Southampton

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London Paddington and Southampton, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Paddington to Southampton can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Paddington to Southampton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Paddington to Southampton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Paddington to Southampton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from London Paddington to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Paddington to Southampton train ticket types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.