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London Waterloo to Southampton Train prices and times

Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Southampton? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £7.25, with average prices for this route around £39.90.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From £7.25
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From £8.00
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From £8.00
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From £8.00
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From £8.00
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From £8.00
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    From £8.00
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:30
London Waterloo
06:52
Southampton Airport Parkway
1h 22m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:39
London Waterloo
09:05
Southampton Central
3h 26m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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06:24
London Waterloo
09:33
Southampton Central
3h 9m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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06:30
London Waterloo
07:49
Southampton Airport Parkway
1h 19m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:52
London Waterloo
10:02
Southampton Central
3h 10m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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07:03
London Waterloo
08:18
Paris
1h 15m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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London Waterloo to Southampton Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:50
Departure station
Departure station
London Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
1h 5m
Distance
Distance
70 miles
Price
Price
£7.25*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Southampton

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Waterloo and Southampton on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo to Southampton can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Southampton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Southampton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from London Waterloo to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Southampton Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.