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Southampton to Stansted Airport by train
It takes an average of 3h 32m to travel from Southampton to Stansted Airport by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (159 km). There are normally 67 trains per day traveling from Southampton to Stansted Airport and tickets for this journey start from $30.79 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:20 pm | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Stansted Airport | |
| Journey time | From 2h 48m | |
| Distance | 99 miles (159 km) | |
| Frequency | 67 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $30.79 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia, Thameslink, Southern |
Travel from Southampton to Stansted Airport by train in 2 hours 48 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Southampton to Stansted Airport by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Southampton to Stansted Airport by train is 3 hours 32 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 48 minutes. You'll usually find 67 trains per day traveling the 159 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there are no direct services to Stansted Airport.
Book train tickets from Southampton to Stansted Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $30.79. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
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Want to know more about your journey from Southampton to Stansted Airport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Southampton to Stansted Airport
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Southampton to Stansted Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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