The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
It's difficult to get from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) without transferring at least 2 times.
C29008+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60133 · P25541
C29008+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60133 · P25541
C29002+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60131 · P25538
C29002+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60131 · P25538
C28996+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60128 · P25535
G24230 · G23748+
C75241
C28999+
P22621+
C75241
C29002+
P22756 · P32217+
L73762
C29002+
P22756 · P32217+
L73762
C29008+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
W60133 · P25541Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry |
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$103 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price |
2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:51 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h51 | 10:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 27 | |||||
C28996+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60128 · P25535 | On time 8:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h04 | 12:31 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C28996+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60128 · P25535 | On time 8:32 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h59 | 12:31 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C28999+ P22621+ C75241 | On time 8:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h00 | 10:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
G24230 · G23748+ C75241 | On time 8:51 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 1h51 | 10:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
C29002+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60131 · P25538 | On time 8:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h04 | 1:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C29002+ P22756 · P32217+ L73762 | On time 8:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h25 | 11:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C29002+ P22756 · P32217+ L73762 | On time 9:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2h20 | 11:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C29002+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60131 · P25538 | On time 9:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h59 | 1:01 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C29008+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60133 · P25541 | On time 9:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h04 | 1:31 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
C29008+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ W60133 · P25541 | On time 9:32 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h59 | 1:31 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $16 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) from $16 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
- 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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