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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 55 m
Trains on 05 Sept
61
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 3 changes.
L80249+
Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+
P66113+
G2644316:003h07Southampton Central (SOU)19:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£111One-way3 changes- L80239+P66068+G26436+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale15:003h07Southampton Central (SOU)18:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£111One-way3 changes
- L80229+Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+
C37830+P6648614:003h07Southampton Central (SOU)17:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£131One-way4 changes - L80229+G26429+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P6648614:003h07Southampton Central (SOU)17:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£131One-way3 changes
- L80209+G26415+P66439+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale12:003h07Southampton Central (SOU)15:07Stansted Airport (SSD)£151One-way3 changes
- L80229 · L82609+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P6648014:002h55Southampton Central (SOU)16:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£331One-way3 changes
- L80191 · L82449+P66361+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale9:002h55Southampton Central (SOU)11:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£491One-way3 changes
- L80187 · L82417+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P663098:002h55Southampton Central (SOU)10:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£461One-way3 changes
- L80209 · L82545+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P6643312:002h55Southampton Central (SOU)14:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£201One-way3 changes
- L80219 · L82577+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P6645713:002h55Southampton Central (SOU)15:55Stansted Airport (SSD)£401One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £0.95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport costing on average £29.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 0m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 21m 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 Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted 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 · L81987+P02921+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | Delayed 7:32 8:30Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h53 | 11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| L78764 · L81675+P66360+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 9:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h55 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
 G00858+C37893+ W34472+P66372 | On time 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| L80064 · L82455+P66378+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale | On time 9:30 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h07 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| L80187 · L82417+Tube from Vauxhall to Tottenham Hale+P66309 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h55 | 10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| L80187+G26388+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale+P66324 | 8:00 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h07 | 11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 changes | |
| G00856+L79348+G27389+Tube from London Victoria to Tottenham Hale | 8:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 16:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Stansted Airport from £13. 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 Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and London Stansted Airport
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Stansted 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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