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London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) train

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Cheap train tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times and prices for Dec 02

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

South Western Railway
07:18AM2h05
London Paddington (PAD)
09:23AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$301One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
01:32PM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
03:23PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$611One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
12:32PM1h50
London Paddington (PAD)
02:22PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$611One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
11:08AM2h34
London Paddington (PAD)
01:42PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$621One-way
0 transfers
Southern
10:21AM3h42
London Paddington (PAD)
02:03PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$631One-way
0 transfers

London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 2
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Southern10:21AM London Paddington (PAD)3h42 02:03PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway02:34AM London Paddington (PAD)3h29 06:03AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western Railway07:18AM London Paddington (PAD)2h05 09:23AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
Great Western Railway01:32PM London Paddington (PAD)1h51 03:23PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
Cross Country04:18PM London Paddington (PAD)1h24 05:42PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times and prices for Dec 02

Fastest Journey

1 h 24 m

Average

2 h 19 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

110 km

Of the 10 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Cross Country
04:18PM1h24
London Paddington (PAD)
05:42PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$771One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
03:12PM1h31
London Paddington (PAD)
04:43PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$771One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
12:32PM1h50
London Paddington (PAD)
02:22PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$611One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
01:32PM1h51
London Paddington (PAD)
03:23PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$611One-way
0 transfers
Great Western Railway
05:00AM1h57
London Paddington (PAD)
06:57AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$771One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Take a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) and enjoy the approximately 67 miles (109 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€15)
Distance
67 miles (109 km)
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€16)
Trains per day
8
Train providers
5
Fastest train
1h 21m
First train
04:39
Last train
16:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $16 (€15)

Train providers: CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains

For as little as $24 (€21) you can travel by train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) with CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between London Paddington (PAD) and Southampton Central (SOU). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 21 min
  • Cheapest Price: $58

FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) can start from as little as $18 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) is $53 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between London Paddington (PAD) and Southampton Central (SOU) is on average 1 h 21 min   for the 68 mile (109 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 4: 39 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 4: 20 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) which require at least one change with CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail, Southern or first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail, Tfl Rail, Southern or first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Southampton Central (SOU) from London Paddington (PAD) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Southampton Central (SOU) from London Paddington (PAD) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 21 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London Paddington (PAD) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Paddington (PAD) and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a train or bus.

Trains departing from London Paddington

Distance from London Paddington to city center
Distance from London Paddington to city center
3 miles (4.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
24/7
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow Airport
16 miles (25 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The Heathrow Express departs from the station every 15 minutes and drives directly to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey takes about 20 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located next to the ticket office.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point | Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Lockers
Lockers
Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Wasabi | The Beer House | Barburrito | Upper Crust | The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers) | The Pasty Shop | Burger King | Pret a Manger | The Savanna | Soboro Bakery | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Virtuo Car Hire | Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near Platform 1.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Trains arriving to Southampton Central

Distance from Southampton Central to city center
Distance from Southampton Central to city center
0.7 miles (1.2 km)
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
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)
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
ATM
ATM
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Shopping
Shopping
Dining
Dining
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | U-Drive
Accessibility
Accessibility
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

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