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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) on Sat, May 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
7:14 AM2h26Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)9:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers- 6:08 AM2h32Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)8:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
- 11:36 AM2h34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)2:10 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
- 7:14 AM2h26Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)9:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
- 6:08 AM2h32Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)8:40 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
- 11:36 AM2h34Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA)2:10 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 54 miles (87 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW):
A bus is $1 (€0.93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Gatwick Airport (GTW) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 28m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.20 (€-5.80). The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:37 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 3h04 | 11:41 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
| 6:08 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h32 | 8:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:14 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h26 | 9:40 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:36 AM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 2h34 | 2:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:03, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (87 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 54 miles (87 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 4:03 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from $18 (€14). 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 Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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 some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; 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
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
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