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Best price £ 5
Journey duration 2 h 19 min
Connections per day 126
First departure 08:10
Last departure 23:00
Distance 70.8 mi

Traveling from London to Southampton with Virail

Planning to travel from London to Southampton? Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start - but that's where Virail comes in. Our powerful search engine will explore all the options available for your trip, combing through more than 2000 transport companies all over the globe. All you have to do is enter your travel dates. In an instant, we'll show you a thorough list of possible routes, with all the information you need to make your decision. Choose from buses, trains, and more, connecting or direct, one-way or round trip - whatever you prefer. When you see your results, select your chosen option and Virail will redirect you to the provider's website, where you can complete your booking. Let us do the legwork for you, and you can just sit back and enjoy your trip.

How much do train tickets from London to Southampton cost?

Prices will vary when you travel from London to Southampton. On average, though, you'll pay about £ 30.26 for a train ticket. You can find train tickets for prices as low as £ 0.04, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

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Trains from London to Southampton

Southern Southern 10:35 – 13:02 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 2 h 27 min Direct
Southern Southern 11:00 – 14:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 3 h 3 min 2 changes
Southern Southern 11:35 – 14:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 2 h 28 min Direct
Southern Southern 12:35 – 15:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 2 h 28 min Direct
Southern Southern 13:00 – 16:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 3 h 3 min 2 changes
Southern Southern 13:35 – 16:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 2 h 28 min Direct
Southern Southern 14:35 – 17:03 London Victoria – Southampton Central £ 5 2 h 28 min Direct

How much time will it take to go from London to Southampton by train?

The journey between London and Southampton by train usually takes 2 h 10 min to cover a distance of 70.8 mi. The shortest journey from London to Southampton will take you 1 h 11 min. Remember, as always, that this time does not include any delays that might occur due to weather conditions, construction, or unexpected diversions and disruptions. If arriving in Southampton quickly is a priority for you, look for express or non-stop services. You may also find that a connecting route reaches your destination faster than some direct journeys. Virail will allow you to explore all your options and come to a decision that suits your needs.

When do the first and last departures from London to Southampton leave?

The first journey of the day departs from London at 14:20. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 23:00. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between London and Southampton. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

What are the stations on the London to Southampton route?

Depending on the type of transport, and the provider you decide to use for your journey, you will be able to depart London from the following stations: London Waterloo [ WAT ], London Victoria [ VIC ], London Victoria, London Waterloo and Vauxhall. Arriving at Southampton, your route will pass through all or some of the following stations: Southampton Central [ SOU ], Southampton Airport Parkway [ SOA ] and Southampton Central. Not all transport providers serve every station, so check in advance to see exactly where your route takes you. You may need to use another form of transport to get from one station to another or to your final destination when you arrive in Southampton.

How many times a day do journeys run from London to Southampton?

The route from London to Southampton is served by providers including Nationalrail, South Western Railway, Southern and Great Western Railway. From this list of transport providers, there are up to 225 departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from London 144.5 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from London to Southampton, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 32 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 112.5 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors.