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London to Southampton by train
It takes an average of 1h 39m to travel from London to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (111 km). There are normally 111 trains per day traveling from London to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from $11.35 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:00 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:05 am | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 69 miles (111 km) | |
| Frequency | 111 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $11.35 | |
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Traveling by train from London to Southampton
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It takes 1 hour 39 minutes on average to travel from London to Southampton by train. There are around 111 trains per day on this route.
Direct trains operate on this route.
Traveling from London to Southampton can cost from $11.35. If you want cheaper tickets, it's often a good idea to book in advance.
Our Journey Planner is the place to find the latest times, tickets and prices.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from London to Southampton?
Want to know more about your journey from London to Southampton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London to Southampton?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from London to Southampton start at $11.35§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
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