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Train Information to Southampton from London
 | Distance | 69 miles (111 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 14 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $22 (€18) |
 | Train frequency | 25 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | South Western Railway, Southern or Cross Country |
Trains from London to Southampton cover the 69 miles (111 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 14 min with our travel partners like South Western Railway, Southern or Cross Country. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $18 (€15), but the average price of train tickets is $22 (€18). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Southampton Central.
Train providers
London to Southampton with CrossCountry
CrossCountry trains will get you from London to Southampton from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train to Southampton from London you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Enjoy a smooth and easy route from London to Southampton with CrossCountry! As an official travel partner of CrossCountry, Omio can help you search current train schedules and timetables from CrossCountry, compare the best routes to Southampton from London as well as the class fares available for this route (including information on baggage allowance and amenities provided onboard), and buy the most affordable CrossCountry London to Southampton train ticket available today. If you search for CrossCountry tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless rather than needing to wait in a line at the train station in person to purchase tickets. Once you find your ideal route, book your one-way train to Southampton from London on Omio or in the Omio app in just a few simple steps. You can then sit back and enjoy the 69 miles (111 km) trip between London and Southampton with ease and comfort on a train with CrossCountry.
These are CrossCountry's ticket policies for COVID-19 for the train between London and Southampton:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
Trains from London to Southampton
Trains in the United Kingdom are a popular way to travel between cities with domestic routes to most cities in the UK. London to Southampton trains are operated by South Western Railways and CrossCountry and typically take 1½ hours to arrive in Southampton. South Western Railway trains depart from London Waterloo train station, while CrossCountry trains leave from London Paddington Station. All London to Southampton trains arrive at Southampton Central train station.
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London to Southampton Train Cost
Average prices for Trains from London to Southampton when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€31 |
1 Day in Advance |
€31 |
1 Week in Advance |
€31 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€31 |
1 Month in Advance |
€31 |
3 Months in Advance |
€31 |
London to Southampton Trains: General Information
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from London to Southampton with dozens of trains making the journey every day.
All London to Southampton trains are run by South Western Railways and CrossCountry.- Most trains are direct, depart from either London's Paddington, Waterloo, or Vauxhall train station and arrive at Southampton Central train station.
- Trains from London to Southampton take as little as 1 hour and 14 minutes to arrive in Southampton.
- Most travelers book their London to Southampton train tickets 1-2 days in advance of the travel date.
Departing London by Train
Most trains from London to Southampton departs from the London Waterloo station. London Waterloo is connected to Transport for London services via bus and underground, as it is a stop on the Northern (Charing Cross Branch), Bakerloo and Jubilee Lines. There are also a large number of buses that run to London Waterloo including night buses.
Arriving in Southampton by Train
All trains from London to Southampton arrive at Southampton train station. The station in Southampton is located just north of the harbor where ferry connections are available, the station is connected to local transport via a number of buses including the UniLink bus U1, which offers regular service to the Town Quay. A taxi rank is also available at the station, as well as a car park for drivers. The Town Quay is also a 15 to 20-minute walk along the main road leading from the station, and on a lovely day makes for a chance to take in Southampton’s great coastal feel.
Travel Tips
When taking the train to Southampton from London, you can choose to depart from train stations like London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. Your route can end in train stations such as Southampton Central, Southampton Airport Parkway and Southampton Town Quay.
Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from London Victoria and arrive in Southampton Central.
Passengers board their train most frequently from London Victoria and travel around 1.2 miles (2 km) from the city center to this train station.
Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Southampton Central and need to travel approximately 0.5 miles (757 m) from the train station to the city center in Southampton.
Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
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Parking
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Taxis
Accessibility
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityTrain lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
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