- Must visit
SeaCity Museum
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£17
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£48
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
1 h 14 m
Trains on 01 Oct
137
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Southampton will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 137 trains from London to Southampton, including 39 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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.
G26198 · G88648
G26190 · G88638
G26174 · G88615
G26208 · G88660
L80557
L80139
L80307
L80083
L80091
L80101The table below shows live departures for London to Southampton trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G26284+ L80221 | On time 8:54 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h28 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G14978+ G01000 | On time 9:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h39 | 10:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L81646+ G26168 · G26678 | On time 9:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h28 | 12:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80221 | 9:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83014 · L80233 | 9:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h10 | 11:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L79342+ G01000 | 9:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h22 | 10:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L78898+ G26168 · G26678 | 9:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h08 | 12:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G27205+ L80233 | 9:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h52 | 11:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L81655+ G26174 · G88615 | On time 9:33 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h28 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80091 | 9:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 10:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80233 | 10:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 11:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82424+ G26176 · G26684 | On time 10:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h25 | 13:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G27840+ L80241 | 10:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h16 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G27840+ L79352+ G01003 | 10:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h37 | 11:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79352+ G01003 | 10:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 11:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80101 | 10:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 11:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27582+ L80241 | 10:41 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h41 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L83036+ G01005 | On time 10:42 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h05 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L81992+ G26182+ L81247 | On time 10:42 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h04 | 14:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80241 | 11:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83043 · L80253 | 11:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h10 | 13:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80665+ G26184 · G26690 | On time 11:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h13 | 14:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79363+ G01005 | 11:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h27 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80109 | 11:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 12:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27427+ L80253 | On time 11:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h32 | 13:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80985+ G26190 · G88638 | 11:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h10 | 15:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L82905+ G26192 · G26696 | On time 11:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h34 | 15:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G26192_C82390 · C93277+ G15018+ G77344 | 11:59 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h09 | 16:08 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
L80253 | 12:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 13:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79372+ G01009 | 12:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 13:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80119 | 12:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 13:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80261 | 13:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 14:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82520+ G26200 · G26702 | 13:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h27 | 16:33 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79944+ G01013 | On time 13:09 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h34 | 14:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G27612+ L80273 | On time 13:11 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h11 | 15:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L79383+ G01013 | On time 13:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 14:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80127 | 13:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 14:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80710+ G26206 · G26706 | On time 13:48 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h15 | 17:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G27449+ L80273 | On time 13:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h32 | 15:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80273 | On time 14:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 15:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L83088 · L80281 | On time 14:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h09 | 16:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L79395+ G01018 | On time 14:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 15:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
W34894+ G01022 | On time 14:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h21 | 16:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L78958+ G26208 · G88660 | 14:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h08 | 17:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L82919+ G26214 · G26712 | 14:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h36 | 18:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80139 | 14:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h13 | 15:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G27459+ L80281 | On time 14:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h31 | 16:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L81021+ G26214 · G26712 | 14:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h10 | 18:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
W34819+ G01022 | On time 15:03 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h41 | 16:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L81747+ G26216 · G88668 | 15:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h28 | 18:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80281 | On time 15:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 16:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79406+ G01022 | On time 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h24 | 16:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80147 | 15:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 16:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80293 | 16:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 17:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82616+ G26225 · G88676 | On time 16:06 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h25 | 19:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G27888+ L80317 | On time 16:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h15 | 20:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G27888+ L79417+ G01024 | On time 16:06 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h37 | 17:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G15435 · C48510+ L80301 | 16:07 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h12 | 18:19 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80529 | 16:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h06 | 18:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79417+ G01024 | On time 16:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 17:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80159 | On time 16:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 17:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34827+ G01027 | On time 16:36 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h06 | 18:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
W34827 · C48510+ L80301 | 16:36 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h43 | 18:19 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80301 | 17:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 18:19 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80534 | 17:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h56 | 19:16 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79428+ G01027 | On time 17:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h19 | 18:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L78994+ G26234 · G88684 | On time 17:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h10 | 20:33 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G14967+ G01032 | On time 17:30 London Paddington (PAD) | 2h12 | 19:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L83759+ C82620 · G26733 | On time 17:30 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h33 | 21:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80163 | On time 17:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 18:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L84357+ C82620 · G26733 | On time 17:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h11 | 21:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79433 · L80307 | 17:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h25 | 19:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80307 | 18:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h13 | 19:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14943+ G01032 | 18:18 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h24 | 19:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L84365+ G26242 · G88693 | On time 18:22 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h11 | 21:33 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79438 · L80173 | 18:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h27 | 19:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80173 | 18:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 19:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L81073+ G26248 · G88697 | 18:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h08 | 22:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G26341+ L80317 | On time 18:54 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h27 | 20:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
Y15434+ G01035 | 18:57 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h47 | 20:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L82947+ G26252+ L81345 | 18:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h49 | 22:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80317 | On time 19:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 20:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L82993 · L78830 | 19:12 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h09 | 21:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L85017 | 19:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h38 | 21:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79450+ G01035 | On time 19:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h24 | 20:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L79763 · L85017 | 19:30 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h23 | 21:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G27170+ L78830 | 19:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h51 | 21:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80323 | On time 19:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 20:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78830 | 20:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h16 | 21:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80828+ G26259+ L81355 | 20:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h30 | 23:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L79464+ G01043 | 20:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h24 | 21:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80329 | On time 20:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 21:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78840 | 21:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h20 | 22:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79473+ G01039 | 21:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h22 | 22:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80335 | 21:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h15 | 22:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78848 | 22:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 23:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79479+ G01042 | 22:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h25 | 23:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L78852 | 22:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 23:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L78861 | 23:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h31 | 0:36 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L79489 · L80557 | On time 23:40 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h32 | 1:12 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G27018 · C82497+ L81175 | 4:35 London Victoria (VIC) | 4h11 | 8:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L80343 | 5:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h42 | 7:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82503 · G26658 | 5:54 London Victoria (VIC) | 3h11 | 9:05 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80351 | 6:30 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h27 | 7:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
C82334 · G88573 | 6:35 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h58 | 9:33 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G26631+ L78868 | 6:50 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h36 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L84192+ C82337 · G26664 | 6:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h12 | 10:04 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L82874+ G26154 · G88585 | 6:57 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h34 | 10:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
C82337 · G26154+ L81199+ G27061 | 6:59 London Victoria (VIC) | 3h47 | 10:46 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
L78868 | 7:03 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h23 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14990+ G00995 | 7:20 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h22 | 8:42 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80359 | 7:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h22 | 8:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80213 | 8:05 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h17 | 9:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
G26158_G26118 · G88591 | 8:05 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h56 | 11:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
W34865+ G00997 | 8:23 London Paddington (PAD) | 1h20 | 9:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L78887+ G26161 · G26672 | 8:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h08 | 11:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
L83669+ G26165 · G88603 | 8:30 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h32 | 12:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
G27177+ L80221 | 8:30 London Victoria (VIC) | 1h52 | 10:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
G26161_C82352 · G26672 | 8:35 London Victoria (VIC) | 2h56 | 11:31 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
L80083 | 8:35 London Waterloo (WAT) | 1h14 | 9:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
L80948+ G26165 · G88603 | 8:53 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h09 | 12:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from London to Southampton run on average 65 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Southampton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Southampton trip today.
Maritime museum telling the story of the Titanic, the docks and ocean travel. One of Southampton’s key visitor attractions.
Historic house museum with period rooms and displays on local history. A rewarding visit in the heart of the old town.
Gallery in the Civic Centre showing art from several periods, including modern British works. Good for a cultural stop in the city centre.
Historic quarter of lanes, walls and vaults near the waterfront. Best for wandering between medieval sites, museums and old pubs.
Large central park popular for walks, events and green space between the civic buildings. A practical and pleasant break from shopping streets.
Waterside promenade with marina views, cafés nearby and links to old town walks. Visit for harbour scenery and a relaxed atmosphere.
A hearty Hampshire stew of beef, onions and root vegetables, slowly cooked. It is a traditional county comfort dish linked to local farmhouse cooking.
Fresh crab from the nearby Solent and south coast, often served simply dressed. It is prized locally for sweet flavour and strong coastal identity.
A classic south coast catch, grilled or fried and served in local pubs and seafood spots. It reflects Southampton’s long maritime food culture.
Lively Oxford Street seafood restaurant serving fish, shellfish and British classics in an established, bustling setting.
Well-known Italian restaurant in Ocean Village with pizzas, pasta and marina views in a relaxed modern setting.
Contemporary fine dining in a polished setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and carefully presented plates.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while buses and casual meals are fairly manageable for most tourists.
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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If you are looking for a fast, convenient way to travel from London to Southampton, trains are a good means to get you from the busy capital with a short travel time of approximately 1h 30min. The several trains that operate between London and Southampton are shared between the train companies South Western Railway and CrossCountry. The trains depart roughly 1h apart from the time the first train leaves to when the last train leaves.
The journey between London and Southampton can take anywhere between 1h 14min, and 1h 30min, depending on the date and time of the journey. The journey could be longer on specific dates and bank holidays, despite the distance from London to Southampton being roughly only 69 miles (111 km).
The train service from London to Southampton, provided by South Western Railway and CrossCountry, takes approximately 1h 14min on average. These vary also according to the train type – whether direct or connecting – with some trains taking about 1h 30min.

Trains from London to Southampton: woman working with her laptop on a train from London. Source: Shutterstock
Departure train station: With several trains plying this route, there are several stations from which you can board a train from London to Southampton. The first and most commonly used station is London Victoria station, which is located just 1.2 miles (2 km) from the London city centre. It is accessible via the London red bus, and it has a bus station just outside (Victoria coach station) plus an Underground station connected to the Victoria, Circle and District lines. The other stations used by commuters that ply the route include London King’s Cross, London Euston and London Waterloo – these are all easily accessible via bus services.
Arrival train station: The trains from London to Southampton arrive at Southampton Central station. The station is conveniently located north of the harbour where ferry services are available and easily accessible, and there are buses available at the station for ease of local transportation. At the station, you can also make use of taxi services, or there’s a car park, for those being picked up. Quay Town is also just a roughly 15-20min walk from the station.
Two main companies travel the London Southampton route. One is South Western Railway, the main company catering for this route. The other company servicing this route is the company CrossCountry, the longest-serving train service in the United Kingdom. For both companies, some tickets are non refundable; however, both also offer reasonable refund policies. You can also save on both companies with advanced booking, and taking them up on various offers they have on our booking platform. Don't forget to get your monthly travel tips and updates from our magazine. Both companies offer Wi-Fi services, which lets you enjoy surfing the internet as you travel.
Night trains are available for this route, but most of the departures are during the day and evening. There are up to four connections an hour from roughly 07:00 to 00:00.
The main train service provider on this line is South Western Railway. Their direct service trains are relatively faster and can take less than 1h 30min, while connecting trains can come with a discount. However, they take relatively longer to arrive in Southampton.
CrossCountry trains also ply this route and provide both first-class and standard-class tickets in addition to other tickets like advance tickets. The company permits their clients to carry pets, bikes and luggage on board, and their direct trains cover the London to Southampton journey in about 1h 30min.
Trains are a sustainable means of transport, being one of the cleanest forms of public transport available. The trains that ply the London to Southampton route are fast as well as convenient. The companies have also taken necessary steps to ensure they minimise carbon emissions, noise pollution and use less energy, helping become an environmentally friendly means of transport.
The companies that offer train services from London to Southampton include South Western Railway trains – which is the most popular service provider – and CrossCountry trains. CrossCountry provides both first-class and standard tickets, with the first-class tickets having several benefits like larger seats and tables, WiFi, power points and complimentary in-seat food and drink. They also allow a passenger to carry up to one luggage item measuring a maximum of 35 x 23 x 11 in (90 x 70 x 30 cm).
CrossCountry allows passengers to travel with pets on the condition that they are kept in a cage or on a lead (a maximum of two pets per person). Bicycles are also permitted on the trains; however, a passenger will need to reserve a space online (including via social media) to book a space. The CrossCountry train provider also offers special services to persons with disabilities, whereby they provide wheelchair assistance to the elderly, injured and other mobility-limited passengers who require assistance boarding and alighting the train. South Western Railway trains offer fast-speed train services, with both first-class and standard tickets. First-class tickets have additional benefits but are relatively more expensive. They also offer luggage assistance and special attention to the disabled and elderly, and they permit their passengers to carry pets and bikes on board with the set conditions.
The average price of a train ticket from London to Southampton is around £24, but you can find the cheapest tickets for as low as £12. Find relatively cheap train tickets for CrossCountry and South Western Railway trains on our website, which offers the best train offers and deals. CrossCountry also offers services that can help cut the transport cost, for instance, use of advance booking and use of direct or connecting trains.
If a passenger is opting to use advance tickets, they need to book the ticket six weeks before departure in order to get the best deals and discounts. Passengers can also opt to travel during the off-peak hours, which are relatively cheap compared to travelling during the peak hours. The most expensive time of day to catch the train from London to Southampton is usually during the rush hours, like morning and afternoon commute times. Most trains offer a direct train service from London to Southampton, which is relatively convenient and saves time compared to connecting via Basingstoke.

Trains from London to Southampton: Southampton Marina the Oceane Village. Source: Shutterstock
Southampton is a port city on England's South Coast and is a major home port for a lot of the largest cruise ships in the world. It is mainly known as the departure point of the famous Titanic ship and was also bombed during the Second World War. Southampton offers a business and trading platform, educational centres and arts and cultural centres. There are several attractions and eye-catching avenues for people visiting Southampton. Some that are highly recommend for anyone to visit include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Southampton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Southampton trains use the London Waterloo to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare London and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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.
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: 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.
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