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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
- Cheapest price on Oct 30
- $50
- Average ticket price on Oct 30
- $69
- Fastest journey on Oct 30
- 1 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 30
- 1 h 49 m
- Trains on Oct 30
- 22
- Distance
- 92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) without transferring at least once.
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C823344:49 AM 2h21 Southampton Central (SOU) 7:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $50 1 One-way 1 transfer- L80278+G26465
7:00 PM 1h48 Southampton Central (SOU) 8:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $50 1 One-way 1 transfer - L78757+C82800
8:00 AM 1h55 Southampton Central (SOU) 9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $54 1 One-way 1 transfer - L80258+G26451
4:59 PM 1h52 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:51 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $54 1 One-way 1 transfer - L80228+G26430
1:59 PM 1h50 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $54 1 One-way 1 transfer
- L80278+G26465
7:00 PM 1h48 Southampton Central (SOU) 8:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $50 1 One-way 1 transfer - L80196+G26402
10:00 AM 1h49 Southampton Central (SOU) 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $67 1 One-way 1 transfer - L80202+G26409
11:00 AM 1h49 Southampton Central (SOU) 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $59 1 One-way 1 transfer - L78761+G26392
8:30 AM 1h49 Southampton Central (SOU) 10:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $59 1 One-way 1 transfer - L80238+G26437
3:00 PM 1h49 Southampton Central (SOU) 4:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) $54 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trip
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L80154 · L79790+ G15116 | Delayed 8:32 PM 8:30 PMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 10:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80154 · L79476+C82682 | Delayed 8:32 PM 8:30 PMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 2h08 | 10:38 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80298+C82302 | On time 8:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 10:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80170 · L79486+C82663 | 9:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h10 | 11:40 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80314+C82310 | On time 9:58 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h11 | 12:09 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80472+C82334 | 4:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h21 | 7:10 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L78744+C82780 | 5:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 7:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L78870 · L81628+G26385 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 8:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80561 · L83866+G15091 | 6:44 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h40 | 9:24 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80561 · L83885+G26389 | 6:44 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h05 | 9:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L78751 · L82376+G26284 | On time 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 9:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L78757+C82800 | 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L78761+G26392 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 10:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L78765+C82810 | 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 10:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80196+G26402 | 10:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 11:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80202+G26409 | 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 12:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80208+G26416 | 11:59 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 1:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80218+G26423 | 12:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 2:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80228+G26430 | 1:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 3:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80238+G26437 | 3:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 4:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80106 · L79693+G15106 | 3:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 5:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80248+G26444 | 3:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 5:51 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80116 · L79713+G15108 | 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 6:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| L80258+G26451 | 4:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 6:51 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80268+G26458 | 5:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 7:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80278+G26465 | 7:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h48 | 8:48 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80144 · L79771+G15114 | 7:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 9:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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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