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It takes an average of 2h 33m to travel from Heathrow Airport to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 56 miles (91 km). There are normally 169 trains per day travelling from Heathrow Airport to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from £33.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:07 | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 39m | |
| Distance | 56 miles (91 km) | |
| Frequency | 169 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £33.30 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Heathrow Express, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Heathrow Airport to Southampton by train
Looking to travel from Heathrow Airport to Southampton by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 33 minutes to travel from Heathrow Airport to Southampton by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 39 minutes though. You'll usually find 169 trains per day running along the 56 miles (91 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Southampton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Great Western Railway, South Western Railway or Thameslink to get to Southampton. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Heathrow Airport to Southampton in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £33.30.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Southampton?
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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.