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Southampton Central to London Waterloo Trains From US$30.95

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Buy cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to London Waterloo for just US$30.95. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$70.56. The train journey from Southampton Central to London Waterloo typically takes approximately 1h 14m. You can expect a frequency of 73 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Southampton Central to London Waterloo Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 19:12
    Southampton Central

    2h 45m

    Changes required

    21:57
    London Waterloo
    Train L15388-1J63 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y00129-1A72 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    E-ticket

    From US$29.76
  2. 19:28
    Southampton Central

    3h 0m

    Changes required

    22:28
    London Waterloo
    Train L15506-1N35 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15245-1C65 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y03694-2P74 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    E-ticket

    From US$29.76
  3. 19:30
    Southampton Central

    1h 19m

    Direct

    20:49
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01118-1W30 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01118-1W30

    E-ticket

    From US$56.27
  4. 20:00
    Southampton Central

    1h 29m

    Direct

    21:29
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01197-1W72 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01197-1W72

    E-ticket

    From US$56.27
  5. 20:13
    Southampton Central

    2h 46m

    Changes required

    22:59
    London Waterloo
    Train L15390-1J67 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y00138-1A76 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$29.76
  6. 20:28
    Southampton Central

    3h 3m

    Changes required

    23:31
    London Waterloo
    Train L15509-1N37 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L15250-1C69 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y01211-1W78 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    E-ticket

    From US$29.76
  7. 20:30
    Southampton Central

    1h 19m

    Direct

    21:49
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01123-1W32 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    Y01123-1W32

    E-ticket

    From US$56.27
  8. 21:00
    Southampton Central

    1h 22m

    Direct

    22:22
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01203-1W74 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    Y01203-1W74

    E-ticket

    From US$56.27
  9. 21:30
    Southampton Central

    1h 14m

    Direct

    22:44
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01132-1W36 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Thu

    Y01132-1W36

    E-ticket

    From US$56.27
  10. 21:33
    Southampton Central

    8h 53m

    Changes required

    06:26+1
    London Waterloo
    Train L15253-1C71 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P14732-1C01 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain Y01851-2F06 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$50.54
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    Southampton Central to London Waterloo Train Route Details

    The Southampton Central to London Waterloo train ticket is from US$30.95. The average travel time is 1h 14m, covering a distance of approximately 112 mile. There are usually 73 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    04:52
    Last train
    23:33
    Departure station
    Southampton Central
    Arrival station
    London Waterloo
    Journey time
    1h 14m
    Distance
    112 mile
    Price
    US$30.95
    Train operators
    South Western Railway

    Choose Southampton Central to London Waterloo Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Southampton Central to London Waterloo. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets

    Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.

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    Return train tickets

    Return train tickets

    Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

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    Advance train tickets

    Advance train tickets

    Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Season train tickets

    Season train tickets

    Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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    Save 1/3 on Southampton Central to London Waterloo Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Southampton Central to London Waterloo train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.

    TypeDiscount
    16-25 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$70.56 Save US$23.29
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$70.56 Save US$23.29
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$70.56 Save US$23.29
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$70.56 Save US$23.29

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    Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

    Group Travel

    Group Travel

    Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are traveling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.

    Season Tickets

    Season Tickets

    A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.

    Flexi Travel

    Flexi Travel

    8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.

    Southampton Central to London Waterloo train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo?

      The first train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo is at 04:52.
    • Are there direct trains from Southampton Central to London Waterloo?

      No, there is no direct train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, and passengers would need to make 2 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Southampton Central to London Waterloo ?

      The train journey from Southampton Central to London Waterloo typically takes an average of 2h 20m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 14m.
    • How much is a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo ?

      The cost of a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$30.95 and the average price being around US$70.56.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Southampton Central to London Waterloo ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.