London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with South Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$50

Fastest journey

1 h 36 m

Average duration

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

110 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Victoria (VIC) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Sat, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .

On Sat, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.

South Western Railway
08:03AM1h46
London Victoria (VIC)
09:49AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$361One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
03:33PM1h49
London Victoria (VIC)
05:22PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$391One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
04:03PM1h46
London Victoria (VIC)
05:49PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$431One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
12:33PM1h48
London Victoria (VIC)
02:21PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$491One-way
0 transfers
South Western Railway
06:20AM1h36
London Victoria (VIC)
07:56AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
$831One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m.

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€47

Average price

€19

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Cheapest

2h 41m

Average duration

Fastest

2h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 59m

Average duration

2h 29m

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30m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
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 $10 (€8)
Distance
67 miles (109 km)
Average train duration
2h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€21)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 35m
First train
04:54
Last train
23:34
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 $10 (€8)

Train providers: Southern, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains

For as little as $32 (€26) you can travel by train from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) with Southern, South Western Railway and Great Western Rail. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU) train information with Southern:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 27 min
  • Cheapest Price: $55
  • Southern frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Trains from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU)

FAQs: Travel by train from London Victoria (VIC) 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 Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Victoria (VIC) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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The major train station for departures in London is London Victoria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Victoria for your trip from London to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
  • Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Victoria
  • Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
  • Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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
Public transit options for Southampton Central
  • 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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