The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU)
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) you need to make at least one change.
L78754 · L798486:552h40Southampton Central (SOU)9:35Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
L78766 · L798548:263h00Southampton Central (SOU)11:26Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
L80137 · L798589:253h01Southampton Central (SOU)12:26Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
L78766 · L798528:262h09Southampton Central (SOU)10:35Hounslow (HOU)£311One-way1 change
L80137 · L798569:252h10Southampton Central (SOU)11:35Hounslow (HOU)£371One-way1 change
L78766 · L798528:262h09Southampton Central (SOU)10:35Hounslow (HOU)£311One-way1 change
L80137 · L798569:252h10Southampton Central (SOU)11:35Hounslow (HOU)£371One-way1 change
L78754 · L798486:552h40Southampton Central (SOU)9:35Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
L78766 · L798548:263h00Southampton Central (SOU)11:26Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
L80137 · L798589:253h01Southampton Central (SOU)12:26Hounslow (HOU)£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 96 km
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£41 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 28 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L78754 · L79848 | 6:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h40 | 9:35 Hounslow (HOU) | 1 change | |
L78766 · L79852 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h09 | 10:35 Hounslow (HOU) | 1 change | |
L78766 · L79854 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h00 | 11:26 Hounslow (HOU) | 1 change | |
L80137 · L79858 | 9:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h01 | 12:26 Hounslow (HOU) | 1 change | |
L80137 · L79856 | 9:25 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h10 | 11:35 Hounslow (HOU) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) 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 Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU).
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- 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 Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU).
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 Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 18:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Hounslow (HOU) from £7. 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 Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Hounslow (HOU) 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 Hounslow (HOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Hounslow (HOU)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:10 Saturday 07:40 - 14:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or ramp (approx. gradient 1:15) to Platform 1 (trains towards Chiswick). Level access to Platform 2 from separate entrance. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or step-free route via street approximately 150m
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt off Whitton Road

