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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 55 m
Trains on 17 Sept
30
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £48 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) you need to make at least one change.
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Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross13:001h59Southampton Central (SOU)14:59London Kings Cross (KGX)£271One-way1 change- L80277+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross19:002h02Southampton Central (SOU)21:02London Kings Cross (KGX)£271One-way1 change
- L80277 · L82767+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross19:001h58Southampton Central (SOU)20:58London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way2 changes
- L80217 · L82078+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross13:001h57Southampton Central (SOU)14:57London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way2 changes
- L80079+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross12:301h57Southampton Central (SOU)14:27London Kings Cross (KGX)£311One-way1 change
- L80195 · L82479+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross10:001h53Southampton Central (SOU)11:53London Kings Cross (KGX)£471One-way2 changes
- L80201 · L82511+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross11:001h53Southampton Central (SOU)12:53London Kings Cross (KGX)£441One-way2 changes
- L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross10:301h55Southampton Central (SOU)12:25London Kings Cross (KGX)£401One-way1 change
- L80207 · L82058+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross12:001h57Southampton Central (SOU)13:57London Kings Cross (KGX)£371One-way2 changes
- L78760 · L81987+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross8:301h57Southampton Central (SOU)10:27London Kings Cross (KGX)£621One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 114 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average £43.
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 11m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (1h 48m by train vs 2h 22m by car). Tickets start at around £43 compared to roughly £34 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.
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.
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78756+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h03 | 10:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L78756 · L81979+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 9:57 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
 G00855+ W35358+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 10:13 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
 G88576 · C82542_C82367+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 11:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L78760 · L81987+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 10:27 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L78760+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 8:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h01 | 10:31 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G88582 · G26178_C82373+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 8:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h21 | 12:11 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L78764+G88386+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 10:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L78764 · L81675+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h00 | 11:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L78764+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 11:04 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G00858+W34472+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h00 | 11:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80064+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 11:27 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80195 · L82479+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h53 | 11:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80195+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 10:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 11:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G00861+G15043+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h01 | 12:16 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80068+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 10:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 12:25 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80201+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 11:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 12:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80201 · L82511+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 11:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h53 | 12:53 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80207 · L82058+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 12:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 13:57 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80207+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 12:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h59 | 13:59 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| G00875+W35182+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h00 | 14:15 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80079+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 12:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 14:27 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80217+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 13:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h59 | 14:59 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80217 · L82078+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 13:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h57 | 14:57 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80267+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 18:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h03 | 20:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80267 · L82735+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 18:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 19:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| G00912+W35200+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 20:19 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
| L80133+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 18:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 20:34 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80277+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 19:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h02 | 21:02 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| L80277 · L82767+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | 19:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 20:58 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 08:00. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 7:30 |
Last train 8:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Southern trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £5. 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 Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Kings Cross (KGX) 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular trains to and from London Kings Cross (KGX) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular train connections to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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