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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT)
- Cheapest price on Oct 31
- $21
- Average ticket price on Oct 31
- $48
- Fastest journey on Oct 31
- 1 h 14 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 31
- 1 h 16 m
- Trains on Oct 31
- 64
- Distance
- 112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 64 trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT), including 43 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
L802604:59 PM 1h21 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $21 1 One-way 0 transfers- L80126
5:30 PM 1h17 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $21 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80328
10:30 PM 1h37 Southampton Central (SOU) 12:07 AM London Waterloo (WAT) $30 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80560
11:00 PM 2h03 Southampton Central (SOU) 1:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT) $30 1 One-way 0 transfers - L78865
9:30 PM 1h14 Southampton Central (SOU) 10:44 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $30 1 One-way 0 transfers
- L78865
9:30 PM 1h14 Southampton Central (SOU) 10:44 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $30 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80156
8:30 PM 1h15 Southampton Central (SOU) 9:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $33 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80146
7:30 PM 1h16 Southampton Central (SOU) 8:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $38 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80126
5:30 PM 1h17 Southampton Central (SOU) 6:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $21 1 One-way 0 transfers - L80136
6:30 PM 1h17 Southampton Central (SOU) 7:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) $42 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:49, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 14m.
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Journey facts
- Distance69 miles (112 km)
- Average train duration1h 49m
- Cheapest ticket price$14 (€11)
- Trains per day8
- Direct trains5
- Fastest train1h 14m
- First train3:49 AM
- Last train10:14 PM
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- Cheapest DaySun
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Busiest DayTue
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- Best time to book14 days
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L80298 | Delayed 9:04 PM 8:59 PMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 1h28 | 10:27 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80298 · L79814 | Delayed 9:04 PM 8:59 PMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 1h27 | 10:26 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L80170 | On time 9:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h16 | 10:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80313 | On time 9:58 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h31 | 11:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 31 | |||||
| L80475 | 5:08 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 7:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L79314+ G00848 | 5:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h36 | 6:51 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L80481 · L79321 | 5:26 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h48 | 7:14 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L78745 | 5:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h32 | 7:29 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L79326+G00850 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h31 | 7:46 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L78749 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h22 | 7:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80484 | 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h34 | 8:34 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80484 | 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h32 | 8:32 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 G88566 · C82359+L80634 | 7:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h10 | 10:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80350 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 8:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80350 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h18 | 8:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88571 · C82364+L80643 | 7:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 10:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| G88571 · C82364+L82466 | 7:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h11 | 11:01 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80188 | 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 9:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88577 · C82368+L80653 | 8:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h11 | 11:31 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80358 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 9:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80358 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h18 | 9:48 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88583 · C82374+L80662 | 8:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 11:58 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80192 | 8:59 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88589 · C82378+L80671 | 9:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 12:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80067 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 10:47 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88595 · C82384+L80680 | 9:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 12:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80198 | 10:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 11:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L79370+G00862 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h34 | 11:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G88601 · C82388+L80689 | 10:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 1:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80071 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 11:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88607 · C82394+L80698 | 10:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 1:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80204 | 11:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h24 | 12:24 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L79381+G00868 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h31 | 12:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G88613 · C82398+L80707 | 11:20 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 2:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80076 | 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 12:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80076 | 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h18 | 12:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88619 · C82404+L80716 | 11:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 2:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80210 | 11:59 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 1:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L79393+G00873 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h34 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| G88625 · C82408+L80725 | 12:20 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 3:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80082 | 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 1:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80082 | 12:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88630 · C82414+L80734 | 12:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 3:58 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80220 | 12:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 2:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G88636 · C82418+L80743 | 1:20 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h08 | 4:28 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 2 transfers | |
| L80090 | 1:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80230 | 1:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 3:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80100 | 2:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80240 | 2:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 4:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80108 | 3:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h18 | 4:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80250 | 3:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 5:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80118 | 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80118 | 4:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h18 | 5:48 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80260 | 4:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 6:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80126 | 5:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 6:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80270 | 5:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 7:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80136 | 6:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 7:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80136 | 6:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h17 | 7:47 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80280 | 6:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h21 | 8:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80146 | 7:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h16 | 8:46 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80290 | 7:59 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h20 | 9:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L79477+G00926 | 8:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h49 | 10:04 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 1 transfer | |
| L80156 | 8:30 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h15 | 9:45 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies
Train companies from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) with South Western Railway, Southern, and CrossCountry. 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, Southern, and Thameslink. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton Central (SOU) and London Waterloo (WAT)
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FAQs: Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Southampton Central to London Waterloo station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular trains to and from London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular train connections to London Waterloo (WAT)
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