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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€25
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 20
21
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
It's difficult to get from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
G88578 · G263008:30 AM2h30Southampton Central (SOU)11:00 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€161One-way1 transfer- G88572 · C822577:30 AM2h43Southampton Central (SOU)10:13 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€161One-way1 transfer
L78775+G260899:54 AM2h42Southampton Central (SOU)12:36 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€191One-way1 transfer- L80138+G260879:25 AM2h11Southampton Central (SOU)11:36 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€221One-way1 transfer
- G88584 · G263069:30 AM2h31Southampton Central (SOU)12:01 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€251One-way1 transfer
- L80138+G260879:25 AM2h11Southampton Central (SOU)11:36 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€221One-way1 transfer
- L80272+G261067:25 PM2h11Southampton Central (SOU)9:36 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€301One-way1 transfer
- L80232+G261035:25 PM2h11Southampton Central (SOU)7:36 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€301One-way1 transfer
W35018+X06980_G264686:07 PM2h24Southampton Central (SOU)8:31 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€261One-way1 transfer- W35012+X07029_G264615:06 PM2h25Southampton Central (SOU)7:31 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)€261One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €24, while a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€35 Average price | €49 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport:
A ferry is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €35.
A ferry is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €49.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 56m.
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
Tickets start at around €35 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.85. The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 40m 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 Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80187+G26290 | On time 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 10:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
 G00856+L79348+X06821 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h34 | 10:49 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G88577 · X06797 | On time 8:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 10:56 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80357+C82811 | On time 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 10:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88583 · X06796 | On time 8:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 11:26 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80191+G26296 | On time 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 11:25 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88601 · X06793 | On time 10:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 12:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88607 · X06792 | On time 10:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 1:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80203+G26308 | On time 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 1:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G00868+L79381+X06818 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h34 | 1:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G88613 · X06791 | On time 11:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 1:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80075+C82842 | On time 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80209+G26313 | On time 12:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 2:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G00873+L79393+X06817 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h34 | 2:49 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G88625 · X06789 | On time 12:20 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 2:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80081+C82851 | On time 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88630 · X06788 | On time 12:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h36 | 3:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80219+G26319 | On time 1:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80289+G26361 | On time 8:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 10:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80155+G88191 | On time 8:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h17 | 10:47 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
G88700+ W45511 | On time 8:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h43 | 11:33 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80299+C82307 | On time 9:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h26 | 11:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88702+W45506 | On time 9:20 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h41 | 12:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L78864+G88200 | On time 9:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h23 | 11:53 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G88706+W45513 | On time 9:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h51 | 12:41 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80315+G88201 | On time 10:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h43 | 12:43 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| L80559+C82315 | On time 11:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h06 | 2:06 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 7:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Gatwick Airport from €10. 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 Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Gatwick Airport 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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