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Stansted Airport to Southampton by train
It takes an average of 3h 28m to travel from Stansted Airport to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 99 miles (159 km). There are normally 81 trains per day traveling from Stansted Airport to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from $19.48 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:30 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 12:30 am | |
| Departure station | Stansted Airport | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 49m | |
| Distance | 99 miles (159 km) | |
| Frequency | 81 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From $19.48 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Greater Anglia |
Travel from Stansted Airport to Southampton by train in 2 hours 49 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Stansted Airport to Southampton by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Stansted Airport to Southampton by train is 3 hours 28 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 49 minutes. You'll usually find 81 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 Southampton.
Book train tickets from Stansted Airport to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $19.48. 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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Cheap train tickets from Stansted Airport to Southampton
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 Stansted Airport to Southampton 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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