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It takes an average of 1h 40m to travel from London to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (111 km). There are normally 139 trains per day travelling from London to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from £8 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:12 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 69 miles (111 km) | |
| Frequency | 139 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £8 | |
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Taking the train from London to Southampton in 1 hour 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London to Southampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 69 miles (111 km) from London to Southampton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 5 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 139 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with South Western Railway for all or at least part of your journey to Southampton.
Book train tickets from London to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £8.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Southampton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London 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.