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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Thu, Jul 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
8:57 AM1h52London Kings Cross (KGX)10:49 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$201One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM1h52London Kings Cross (KGX)10:49 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m 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 London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A bus is $21 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 15m by train vs 2h 16m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€29) vs $46 (€38)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:57 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1h52 | 10:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 17:49. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 5:49 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $7 (€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: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) 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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