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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

1 h 50 m

Average duration

2 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

90 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

W38004

09:012h30

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:31Southampton Central (SOU)

£251One-way

1 change

W35894

08:092h22

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:31Southampton Central (SOU)

£261One-way

1 change

W36175

09:022h20

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

11:22Southampton Central (SOU)

£541One-way

2 changes

W35730

08:431h59

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:42Southampton Central (SOU)

£541One-way

2 changes

W36170

08:321h50

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:22Southampton Central (SOU)

£541One-way

1 change

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Southern W35894 SouthernW35894	08:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h22	10:31 Southampton Central (SOU)	1 change
South Western Railway W36170 SouthernW36170	08:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h50	10:22 Southampton Central (SOU)	1 change
South Western Railway W35730 SouthernW35730	08:43 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	1h59	10:42 Southampton Central (SOU)	2 changes
South Western Railway W36424 SouthernW36424	08:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h27	11:22 Southampton Central (SOU)	1 change
Southern W38004 Gatwick ExpressW38004	09:01 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h30	11:31 Southampton Central (SOU)	1 change
South Western Railway W36175 SouthernW36175	09:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h20	11:22 Southampton Central (SOU)	2 changes
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Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

90 km

Average train duration

2h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 49m

First train

04:45

Last train

22:11

Price information

Train providers: Southern, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton

For as little as £10 you can travel by train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Southampton with Southern, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: £10
Southern frequency: 16 a day

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 1 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £25

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Southampton. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton is £21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton train travel time is 1 h 50 min for the 56 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton leaves at 05: 31. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton leaves at 22: 02.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton without having to change trains with Southern. There are 2 direct trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton train with Southern or South Western Railway. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Southampton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 02.

A day trip to Southampton from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton is December.

You have options as you can travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Southampton 2 different ways: coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Southampton

London

Southampton

Southampton Airport Parkway Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Airport Parkway station, Wide Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2HW

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10

Distance to city center

5 km

Parking

Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey

Taxis

Taxi: Yes

Accessibility

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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No

Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.

Public transport options for Southampton Airport Parkway

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)

Woolston

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Woolston station, Garton Road, Woolston, Hampshire, SO19 2DJ

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

Distance to city center

1 km

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: No
Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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
Ramp for train access: Yes
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Public transport options for Woolston

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road

St Denys

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

St Denys station, Osborne Road South, Portswood, Hampshire, SO17 2EZ

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:45 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed

Distance to city center

2 km

Public transport options for St Denys

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Belmont Road/Junction with Osborne Road Setting Down only journeys - stop by traffic lights (Thomas Lewis Way/Duke Street)

Southampton Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL

Phone Number

+44 345 600 0650

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45

Parking

Car Park: Premium-downside

Taxis

Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit

Accessibility

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

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.

Public transport options for Southampton Central

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)