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Gatwick Airport to Southampton by train
It takes an average of 2h 49m to travel from Gatwick Airport to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 57 miles (91 km). There are normally 305 trains per day traveling from Gatwick Airport to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from $9.76 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:58 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:58 am | |
| Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 40m | |
| Distance | 57 miles (91 km) | |
| Frequency | 305 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $9.76 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Thameslink, Southern |
How to travel from Gatwick Airport to Southampton by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Gatwick Airport to Southampton? Look no further.
You'll usually find 305 trains per day running between Gatwick Airport and Southampton, which usually take 2 hours 49 minutes to complete the 91 km journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 40 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Southampton from Gatwick Airport, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Southampton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $9.76. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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