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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD)
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $72
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $81
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 1 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 24 m
- Trains on Nov 04
- 27
- Distance
- 110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD) will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) without transferring at least once.
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G150471:15 PM 1h29 Southampton Central (SOU) 2:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer- G00901+W34513
5:15 PM 1h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00891+G15048
3:15 PM 1h26 Southampton Central (SOU) 4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00887+W34498
2:15 PM 1h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00912+W35200
6:15 PM 1h29 Southampton Central (SOU) 7:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer
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4:15 PM 1h20 Southampton Central (SOU) 5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00901+W34513
5:15 PM 1h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00887+W34498
2:15 PM 1h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00849+W34853
6:15 AM 1h25 Southampton Central (SOU) 7:40 AM London Paddington (PAD) $87 1 One-way 1 transfer - G00891+G15048
3:15 PM 1h26 Southampton Central (SOU) 4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) $72 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 13m.
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Journey facts
- Distance68 miles (110 km)
- Average train duration1h 41m
- Cheapest ticket price$20
- Trains per day10
- Fastest train1h 13m
- First train4:15 AM
- Last train11:00 PM
- Cheapest MonthFeb
- Cheapest DaySun
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Busiest DaySun
- Least Busy DayWed
- Best time to book1 day
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G88557 · C82349+ Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 6:18 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h29 | 9:47 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
 L78870+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h53 | 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L78870+C03032 · G15119 | On time 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 8:25 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| C82521_C82349 · W32611+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 6:37 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h20 | 9:57 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| L78751+C03033 · G15122 | On time 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h40 | 8:40 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| G00851+W35357 | On time 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h29 | 8:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G88565 · C82358+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 7:19 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h28 | 10:47 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| G88570 · C82363+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | On time 7:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h27 | 11:17 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| G00739+G15035 | On time 7:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 9:21 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L78757+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h01 | 10:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00855+W35358 | On time 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h28 | 9:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L78761+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h59 | 10:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L78761 · L79928+C03041 · G15120 | On time 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 10:26 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
| L78765+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h02 | 11:02 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00858+W34472 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80065+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 11:25 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80196+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 10:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 11:56 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00861+G15043 | On time 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h31 | 11:46 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80069+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h53 | 12:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80202+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 12:56 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00866+W35125 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 12:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80074+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 1:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80208+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 11:59 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 1:57 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00875+W35182 | On time 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 1:45 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80080+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 2:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L80218+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 12:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h58 | 2:57 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00879+G15047 | On time 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h29 | 2:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00887+W34498 | On time 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h24 | 3:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00891+G15048 | On time 3:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h26 | 4:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00895+G14908 | On time 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00901+W34513 | On time 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h24 | 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00912+W35200 | On time 6:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h29 | 7:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| L84998+G15311 · C48617 | On time 11:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h01 | 2:01 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
| L80472+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 4:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h26 | 7:15 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G00847+Y15289 | 5:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h38 | 6:53 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| G88553 · C82344+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington | 5:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h28 | 9:17 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
| L78744+Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 5:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h10 | 8:02 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies
Train companies from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) with South Western Railway, CrossCountry, and Great Western Railway. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, and Southern. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Paddington (PAD)
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FAQs: Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Southampton Central to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Paddington (PAD) 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.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular trains to and from London Paddington (PAD) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular train connections to London Paddington (PAD)
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