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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kensington Olympia (KPA) 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 Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kensington Olympia (KPA) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 107 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£44 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:37 Kensington Olympia (KPA) | 1h45 | 08:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 107 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 107 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 22:57 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, London Overground, Southern from Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, London Overground, Southern trains will get you between Kensington Olympia (KPA) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kensington Olympia (KPA) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kensington Olympia (KPA) 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 Kensington Olympia (KPA) and Southampton Central (SOU)
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- Car Park: Olympia
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: B2 station category . Step free platform interchange between London Overground northbound district line and London Overground southbound requires a 600m journey via the street. Use the Olympia Way entrance for London Overground Northbound District line . Use the Russell road entrance for London Overground southbound platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 2 racks South Bound platform 1 and North Bound platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop N in Holland Road for eastbound services to Shepherd's Bush Use Bus stop A in Holland Road for westbound services to Clapham Junction
- Metro: London Underground District Line service operates from this station at weekends and on some public holidays. At other times, take a southbound London Overground or Southern train and change at West Brompton for the District line.
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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