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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 05 Sept
43
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
G88561 · C823556:502h20Southampton Central (SOU)9:10Gatwick Airport (GTW)£61One-way1 change- G88642 · G26220_C8242413:502h20Southampton Central (SOU)16:10Gatwick Airport (GTW)£71One-way1 change
- G26651 · C823506:202h20Southampton Central (SOU)8:40Gatwick Airport (GTW)£71One-way1 change
- G88636 · C82593_C8241813:202h20Southampton Central (SOU)15:40Gatwick Airport (GTW)£71One-way1 change
- G88561 · G26163_C823556:502h20Southampton Central (SOU)9:10Gatwick Airport (GTW)£71One-way1 change
L80187+G880498:001h49Southampton Central (SOU)9:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)£221One-way1 change- L80209+G8808912:001h49Southampton Central (SOU)13:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)£361One-way1 change
- L80191+G880599:001h49Southampton Central (SOU)10:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)£221One-way1 change
- L80219+G8809913:001h49Southampton Central (SOU)14:49Gatwick Airport (GTW)£361One-way1 change
- L78748+C830416:301h49Southampton Central (SOU)8:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£151One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £33.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £20 Average Price | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport:
A train is £5 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £20.
A train is £17 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average £33.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
Coach takes on average 2h 43m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78760+G26392 | Delayed 7:32 8:30Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88582 · C82373 | On time 8:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 11:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L78764+C82810 | On time 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 10:56 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
L79358+G26399+ G00858 | On time 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 11:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G88588 · C82377 | On time 9:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 11:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88594 · C82383 | On time 9:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 12:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88594 · G26410 | On time 9:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h35 | 12:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80195+G26402 | On time 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 11:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79369+G26406+G00861 | Delayed 9:57 10:15Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G88600 · C82387 | On time 10:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 12:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88600 · G26414 | On time 10:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h34 | 12:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88606 · C82393 | 10:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h21 | 13:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80201+G26409 | On time 11:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 12:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79380+G26413+G00866 | Delayed 10:57 11:15Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 13:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G88612 · C82397 | On time 11:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 13:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88612 · C82572_C82397 | On time 11:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 13:39 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88618 · G26202_C82403 | On time 11:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 14:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80207+G26416 | On time 12:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 13:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| L80474+G26277 | 5:11 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h14 | 7:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79313+G26277+G00848 | 5:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h10 | 7:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| L81150+G26157_C82345 | 5:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h42 | 8:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80480+G26155 | 5:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h38 | 8:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G26651 · C82522_C82350 | 6:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 8:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G26651 · C82350 | 6:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 8:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L78748+C83041 | 6:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 8:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88561 · G26163_C82355 | 6:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 9:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88561 · C82355 | 6:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 9:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80484+G26162 | On time 7:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h08 | 9:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79337+G88045+G00852 | 7:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 9:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G88566 · C82533_C82359 | 7:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 9:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88571 · G26172_C82364 | 7:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 10:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L80187+G88049 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 9:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| L79348+G00856+G88055 | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 10:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G88577 · C82543_C82368 | 8:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 10:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| G88577 · C82543_C82368 | 8:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 10:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 22:00 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouthern, South Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Gatwick Airport from £6. 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 London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and London Gatwick Airport
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Gatwick Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
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