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Southampton to London Trains From US$9.07

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Buy cheap train tickets from Southampton to London for just US$9.07. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$42.76. The train journey from Southampton to London typically takes approximately 1h 6m. You can expect a frequency of 81 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Southampton to London Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Southampton to London, 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. 16:08
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 16m

    Direct

    17:24
    London Waterloo
    Train L22346-1W64 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    L22346-1W64

    E-ticket

    From US$12.09
  2. 16:13
    Southampton Central

    2h 32m

    Direct

    18:45
    London Victoria
    Train L15376-1J51 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    L15376-1J51

    E-ticket

    From US$8.73
  3. 16:23
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 21m

    Changes required

    17:44
    London Paddington
    Train G24877-1M62 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain L65568-1L25 is operated by Great Western Railway. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$56.32
  4. 16:28
    Southampton Central

    2h 46m

    Changes required

    19:14
    London Victoria
    Train L15490-1N29 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P15533-1J53 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$8.73
  5. 16:38
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 13m

    Direct

    17:51
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01104-1W24 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01104-1W24

    E-ticket

    From US$12.09
  6. 17:08
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 12m

    Direct

    18:20
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01182-1W66 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01182-1W66

    E-ticket

    From US$12.09
  7. 17:13
    Southampton Central

    2h 32m

    Direct

    19:45
    London Victoria
    Train L15380-1J55 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    L15380-1J55

    E-ticket

    From US$8.73
  8. 17:28
    Southampton Central

    2h 47m

    Changes required

    20:15
    London Victoria
    Train L15496-1N31 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain P15540-1J57 is operated by Southern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$8.73
  9. 17:38
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 11m

    Direct

    18:49
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01108-1W26 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01108-1W26

    E-ticket

    From US$12.09
  10. 18:08
    Southampton Airport Parkway

    1h 12m

    Direct

    19:20
    London Waterloo
    Train Y01187-1W68 is operated by South Western Railway. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    Y01187-1W68

    E-ticket

    From US$12.09
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    Southampton to London Train Route Details

    The Southampton to London train ticket is from US$9.07. The average travel time is 1h 6m, covering a distance of approximately 114 mile. There are usually 81 daily trains provided by South Western Railway. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    05:03
    Last train
    23:33
    Departure station
    Southampton
    Arrival station
    London
    Journey time
    1h 6m
    Distance
    114 mile
    Price
    US$9.07
    Train operators
    South Western Railway

    Choose Southampton to London Train Ticket Types

    Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Southampton to London. 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 to London Trains with Railcards

    Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Southampton to London 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$42.76 Save US$14.11
    26-30 Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$42.76 Save US$14.11
    Two Together Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$42.76 Save US$14.11
    Senior Railcard1/3 OFFFrom US$42.76 Save US$14.11

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    Save More on Southampton to London Train Fares

    Found out more ways to save money on your train travel.

    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 to London train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Southampton to London?

      The first train from Southampton to London is at 05:03.
    • Are there direct trains from Southampton to London?

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

      The train journey from Southampton to London typically takes an average of 1h 59m, with the fastest journey duration being around 1h 6m.
    • How much is a train from Southampton to London ?

      The cost of a train from Southampton to London can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$9.07 and the average price being around US$42.76.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Southampton to London ?

      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.