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Compare train and coach for Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£35 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT):
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average £35.
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 53m.
You'll arrive about 56m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with South Western Railway.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) by train or coach
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Why should you book Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:08, the last at 09:08. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 9:08 |
Last train 9:08 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Airport and London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Southampton Airport to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Airport and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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