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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 20 Sept
26
Distance
106 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) you need to make at least one change.
G26084 · G885819:483h03East Croydon (ECR)12:51Southampton Central (SOU)£101One-way1 change- C82255+
L7876910:002h34East Croydon (ECR)12:34Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way1 change - C82287+L7881918:002h34East Croydon (ECR)20:34Southampton Central (SOU)£131One-way1 change
- G88452+L8019415:522h09East Croydon (ECR)18:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G88382+L801329:522h09East Croydon (ECR)12:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G88464+L8020616:532h08East Croydon (ECR)19:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G26635+L8026619:532h08East Croydon (ECR)22:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G88512+L8028620:532h08East Croydon (ECR)23:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G88452+L8019415:522h09East Croydon (ECR)18:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
- G88382+L801329:522h09East Croydon (ECR)12:01Southampton Central (SOU)£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A coach is £7 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £20.
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £40.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 47m.
Coach takes on average 2h 27m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (1h 47m by train vs 1h 58m by car). Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £36 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78747+C82319 | 6:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h41 | 9:32 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L80096+C82694 | 7:23 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h38 | 10:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L78753+C82323 | 7:52 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h42 | 10:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L80114+C82327 | 8:51 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h10 | 11:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26286 · G88575 | 9:02 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h49 | 11:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L79351+ G01004+C82799 | 9:16 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h26 | 11:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G26084 · G88581 | 9:48 East Croydon (ECR) | 3h03 | 12:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L80132+G88382 | 9:52 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h09 | 12:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L78769+C82255 | 10:00 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h34 | 12:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L78795+C82275 | 15:00 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h34 | 17:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L79419+G01026+G88446 | 15:22 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h22 | 17:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| L80194+G88452 | 15:52 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h09 | 18:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L78803+C82279 | 16:00 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h34 | 18:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
 C37274+G01029+ W45459 | 16:01 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h41 | 18:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| L80206+G88464 | 16:53 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h08 | 19:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L78811+C82283 | 17:00 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h34 | 19:34 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L79440+G01030+G88470 | 17:21 East Croydon (ECR) | 2h21 | 19:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 20:45 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry trains will get you between East Croydon (ECR) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in East Croydon (ECR) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most East Croydon (ECR) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the East Croydon to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare East Croydon (ECR) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to East Croydon from Croydon city centre
East Croydon is 1 km from Croydon city centre. Public transport options include:
East Croydon train station facilities and services
East Croydon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at East Croydon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at East Croydon. ATMs are available at East Croydon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at East Croydon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at East Croydon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at East Croydon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at East Croydon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Lifts to overbridge from all platforms and side entrance. Long steep ramps to platforms from main entrance. (over 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Information Point on station concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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