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Southampton to Waterloo Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southampton to Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $8.47, with average prices for this route around $35.22.

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

  • Fri, Jul 11
    From $8.54
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From $10.84
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From $10.84
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From $10.84
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From $10.84
  • Wed, Jul 16
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:03
Southampton Airport Parkway
06:34
London Waterloo
1h 31m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
06:42
London Waterloo
1h 19m, Changes requiredCrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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05:50
Southampton Central
09:02
London Waterloo
3h 12m, Changes requiredSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:03
Southampton Airport Parkway
07:26
London Waterloo
1h 23m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:37
Southampton Central
09:32
London Waterloo
2h 55m, Changes requiredSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:38
Southampton Airport Parkway
07:47
Paris
1h 9m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Southampton to Waterloo Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 8m
Distance
Distance
191 miles
Price
Price
$8.47*
Train operators
Train operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Waterloo

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton to Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton to Waterloo for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Southampton to Waterloo, 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 Southampton to Waterloo 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Southampton to Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton to Waterloo 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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