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Train Information from London to Southampton
 | Distance | 69 miles (111 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 14 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £22 (€25) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | South Western Railway, Southern or Cross Country |
Trains from London to Southampton cover the 69 miles (111 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 14 min with our travel partners like South Western Railway, Southern or Cross Country. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as £15, but the average price of train tickets is £22. Travellers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Southampton Central.
Train companies
Travel with CrossCountry from London to Southampton
You can travel by train from London to Southampton with CrossCountry for as low as £15. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from London to Southampton you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Enjoy a smooth and easy journey between London and Southampton with CrossCountry! As an official travel partner of CrossCountry, Omio can help you search current train timetables from CrossCountry, compare the best routes between London and Southampton as well as the class fares available for this route (including information on luggage policy and amenities provided onboard), and buy the most affordable CrossCountry London to Southampton train ticket available today. If you search for CrossCountry tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless rather than needing to wait in a queue at the train station in person to purchase tickets. Once you find your ideal route, book your one-way train from London to Southampton on Omio or in the Omio app in just a few simple steps. You can then sit back and enjoy the 69 miles (111 km) journey between London and Southampton with ease and comfort on a train with CrossCountry.
Please follow the recommendations outlined by CrossCountry when booking your train tickets from London to Southampton due to the coronavirus:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Trains from London to Southampton: Journey Details
Trains from London to Southampton run frequently throughout the day from London. Trains to Southampton leave from London Waterloo, which is one of the busiest stations in London, as well as London Victoria station. The majority of departures run direct between London and Southampton, although a few journeys may require a change at Basingstoke.
South West trains are the main service provider for this route. As this rail connection is a popular one, service schedules generally remain constant throughout the week and weekend, however pre-booking tickets before taking the train is still always best as a ticket must be purchased before boarding and it could save you money.
Trains from London to Southampton: Train Journey Information
Tips for Booking Cheap Trains from London to Southampton
Trains from London to Southampton: Travel to the City Centre
Trains from London to Southampton: Train Journey Information
Which train companies go from London to Southampton? South West Trains are the main provider on this route, although some services are also run by Crosscountry.
How long is the train from London to Southampton? The average journey time for trains from London to Southampton is about 1 hour and 30 minutes. This can vary depending on whether the journey is direct or requires a connection.
When are the first and last trains of the day from London to Southampton? The earliest train that leaves London to Southampton is the 05:30 a.m service from London Waterloo station. The last train of the day is the 23:40 p.m also running from London Waterloo. There are usually two trains an hour running from London to Southampton.
How often are trains from London to Southampton? Services on this line run regulary with up to 4 connections available per hour from 7:00 a.m until midnight.
Tips for Booking Cheap Trains from London to Southampton
How far in advance to book cheap train tickets from London to Southampton? The best time to book trains from London to Southampton in advance is 6 weeks before departure.
When is the cheapest and most expensive time of day to catch the train from London to Southampton? The cheapest time of day to travel from London to Southampton is during off peak hours. The most expensive day to catch the train from London to Southampton is in the morning.
Train Station Info and Getting to the City Centre
Where do trains from London to Southampton depart from? The train from London to Southampton departs from the London Waterloo station. London Waterloo is connected to Transport for London services via bus and underground, as it is a stop on the Northern (Charing Cross Branch), Bakerloo and Jubilee Lines.
There are also a large number of buses that run to London Waterloo including night buses. The other station where passengers can catch trains to Southampton is London Victoria Station. Located in the west of Central London, this station has transport connections to Victoria Bus Station, Victoria Coach Station, and the London Underground on the Victoria, District and Circle Lines.
Where do trains from London to Southampton arrive at? All trains from London to Southampton arrive at Southampton train station. The station in Southampton is located just north of the harbour where ferry connections are available, the station is connected to local transport via a number of buses including the UniLink bus U1, which offers regular service to the Town Quay.
A taxi rank is also available at the station, as well as a car park for drivers. The Town Quay is also a 15 to 20-minute walk along the main road leading from the station, and on a lovely day makes for a chance to take in Southampton’s great coastal feel.
Travel Tips
When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your journey from including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. When arriving in Southampton, you can end your journey in train stations like Southampton Central, Southampton Airport Parkway and Southampton Town Quay.
Omio customers book a train from London Victoria to Southampton Central most frequently for this route.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, London Victoria, located approximately 1 mile (s) / 1 km from the city centre of London. The most popular arrival train station in Southampton, called Southampton Central, is located around 0 mile (s) / 0 km away from its city centre.
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