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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 121 km
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2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:32 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h17 | 10:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 November | |||||
| 04:37 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2h20 | 06:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 04:37 |
Last train 20:42 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and Southampton Central (SOU) 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: Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford (London) (SRA) and Southampton Central (SOU)
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
- Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
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- 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)
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