If you're after cheap Southern Railway train tickets, look no further. At Trainline, we'll show you where the Southern Rail can take you and how to book the best value fares for your journey. To find Southern Railway train tickets, simply start a search above, and we'll show you the best available journey times and prices. Wherever you’re going with Southern Railway, start your trip with us.
For more information about accessibility on Southern services, check out our Accessible Travel guide.
It’s the GTR Summer Sale! ☀️
Dreaming of Brighton’s sandy beaches? Or Cambridge’s historic sights?
Whatever you're into, enjoy your summer with travel from £5* on Southern and £7 on Thameslink and Great Northern trains.
Find discounted tickets until 19th August for journeys between 20th August and 3rd September, for routes including:
- London to Brighton or Brighton to London
- London to Eastbourne or Eastbourne to London
- London to Bognor Regis or Bognor Regis to London
- London to Lewes or Lewes to London
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Southern Railway routes
Unsure about where to start your adventure? Have a look at these great route ideas to get you dreaming about your next train trip with Southern Railway. And why not plan ahead by checking out our Southern Railway train times page?
How to get cheap Southern Railway tickets
If you're after cheap UK train tickets, check out the hints below and see how you could bag yourself a bargain. We'll even highlight the cheapest prices!
Book in advance
Southern Railway tickets usually go on sale 3 months before the date of travel. Look out for Advance tickets, as these tend to be cheaper when they're first released. Be quick though, as they sell out on busier routes.
Find out more about our Advance ticket alert tool.
Travel Off-Peak
When travelling by train in the UK, you can benefit from reduced fares by choosing times of day that are less busy. When searching for Southern Railway tickets with us, we'll display all available tickets and options, highlighting the cheapest ones.
Learn more about Off-Peak train times.
Price Prediction
Our clever little Price Prediction tool will peek into the future and let you know when Southern Railway ticket prices are about to rise – meaning you'll never miss out on the best value fares. Beat the rush and save on price too. (Currently available in the UK app only)
Discover the magic of Price Prediction.
Season tickets
If you travel on the same route more than three times a week, then a Southern Season ticket could help you to save both valuable time and money. Not only that, they're available in a number of flexible options to suit different time frames.
Check out our Season ticket Calculator today to get started.
Consider a Railcard
They're types of train discount cards you can buy for £30 for unlimited use. You can get up to a 1/3 off the price of Off-Peak train tickets when using a Railcard. From kids to elderly people, there are great discounts out there to be had.
Find out more about Railcards or renewing a Railcard.
GroupSave
GroupSave is a concession that allows any group of 3 - 9 passengers travelling together up to a 34% discount on Off-Peak tickets on selected routes.
Great for families and groups of friends, you can find this option in the drop-down menu when booking your train tickets.
Buy Southern Flexi Season tickets with us
Heading into the office less and want to save money on commuting to work? You can buy digital Flexi Season tickets for Southern routes in our app. Travelling with a Flexi Season ticket on eligible routes can be cheaper than buying a single or return ticket, plus it provides you with more flexibility than a normal Season ticket.
Why not find out more about digital train Season tickets or check out our commuter train ticket guide to see which ticket type is best for you.
Southern Railway trains to London
Whether you're travelling for work, leisure or a bit of both, Southern Railway's First Class option offers the best in comfort and style.
Southern Railway trains provide excellent transport links into the city from the south coast. Whether you are commuting for work or to see the sights, there are several London stations to travel to, depending on which line you are on.
Southern provides services to London Victoria, Waterloo, Charing Cross and London Bridge among other, giving passengers the opportunity to move around the city at ease, perfect for planning day trips. During peak times, trains from Brighton to Victoria take less than 90 minutes, using the Gatwick Express route, giving passengers a comfortable and quick journey into the city.
Once in London, there are plenty of attractions to see and visit to make your day trip memorable. A ride on the London Eye to take in the views is a must, or a family trip to the London Dungeon or catching a show in the West End are all popular choices. Some of these attractions can also be cheaper, using the London 2 for 1 train ticket promotion.
Discover digital tickets
Enjoy smoother Southern Railway journeys – go straight to the train when you use tickets on your phone. 94% of our customers wouldn't use anything else! Mobile Tickets will get sent directly to your Trainline app and etickets can be opened on your phone as a PDF. Both let you skip the queues at the ticket machine and breeze straight through the gates using your phone. They’re available on most Southern Railway journeys, so be sure to select this option when you book.
Learn more about Mobile Tickets and etickets.
Southern Railway destinations
Need a bit of information ahead of your next trip? Check out these popular Southern Railway destinations for travel details and nearby attractions.
Southern Delay Repay
Did you know you can claim Delay Repay if your Southern train was delayed by 15 minutes or more? Check out our dedicated page to Delay Repay for more details.
Good to know
Travelling with Southern Railway? Find out everything you need to know about peak times, bicycles and other onboard Southern Railway facilities here.
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Can I take a bicycle on a Southern Railway train?
What are Southern Railway’s peak hours?
Contact information
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Customer service enquiries
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Delays, lost property and onboard services
If you would like more information regarding Southern Railway train times, lost property or onboard facilities, then please call Southern Railway on +(44) 345 127 2920.