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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£14
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£29
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
1 h 54 m
Trains on 20 Oct
15
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) you need to make at least one change.
G26174 · G8861510:392h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:01Southampton Central (SOU)£141One-way1 change- G26174_G26122 · G8861510:392h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)13:01Southampton Central (SOU)£161One-way1 change
- G26168_C82361 · G2667810:092h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:31Southampton Central (SOU)£161One-way1 change
- G26165_G26120 · G886039:392h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:02Southampton Central (SOU)£161One-way1 change
- G26161_C82352 · G266729:092h22Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:31Southampton Central (SOU)£241One-way1 change
- C82802+
L802339:321h50Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:22Southampton Central (SOU)£271One-way1 change - C82792+L802218:321h50Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:22Southampton Central (SOU)£531One-way1 change
- L80241+C8281210:321h50Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:22Southampton Central (SOU)£271One-way1 change
- C82349+L79342+
G010008:431h59Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:42Southampton Central (SOU)£531One-way2 changes - C82358+L79352+G010039:432h00Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:43Southampton Central (SOU)£351One-way2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 22:15 |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L79828 · L78852+ G15153 | Delayed 21:48 22:01Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h51 | 23:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| C82933+L78861 | On time 22:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h04 | 0:36 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26370+L80557 | On time 23:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h10 | 1:12 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
| G26154_C82342 · G88585 | 8:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 10:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C82792+L80221 | 8:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h50 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26158_G26118 · G88591 | 8:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 11:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C82349+L79342+G01000 | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h59 | 10:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| C82349+L83014 · L80091 | 8:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h06 | 10:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G26161_C82352 · G26672 | 9:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 11:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C82802+L80233 | 9:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h50 | 11:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26165_G26120 · G88603 | 9:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h23 | 12:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C82358+L79352+G01003 | 9:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h00 | 11:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G26168_C82361 · G26678 | 10:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 12:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| L80241+C82812 | 10:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h50 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26174 · G88615 | 10:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| G26174_G26122 · G88615 | 10:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h22 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| C82367+L79363+G01005 | 10:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h04 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| L83043 · L80109+C82367 | 10:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h08 | 12:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most London Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the London Waterloo to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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