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Southampton Central to Waterloo train route details
First train
05:11
Last train
23:00
Journey time
1h 14m
Distance
191 miles
Price
£6.25*
What are the next train times from Southampton Central to Waterloo?
Discover all upcoming Southampton Central to Waterloo services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:30 Southampton Central | 19:46 London Waterloo |  | Find Tickets |
19:00 Southampton Central | 20:20 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
19:30 Southampton Central | 20:46 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
20:00 Southampton Central | 21:19 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
20:30 Southampton Central | 21:46 London Waterloo | | Find Tickets |
21:00 Southampton Central | 22:23 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Waterloo from Southampton Central this week
Fares from Southampton Central to Waterloo usually average around £6.25, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to Waterloo
Season tickets for frequent travellers
Regular commuters travelling between Southampton Central and Waterloo - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Southampton Central to Waterloo. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
First Class tickets
Enjoy an upgraded journey with First Class tickets, which usually provide spacious seating, a calmer environment, and added perks like free drinks or snacks with selected train operators
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