Trains to Southampton from London Waterloo East
| First train | 03:44 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:26 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo East | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 21m | |
| Distance | 70 miles (112 km) | |
| Frequency | 115 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from London Waterloo East to Southampton by train
If you're planning to travel from London Waterloo East to Southampton, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from London Waterloo East to Southampton takes around 2 hours 9 minutes. There are normally 115 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo East to Southampton.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Southampton, as there are no direct trains.
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southeastern and Thameslink trains run on this route.
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