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Outbound fromLondon Waterloo to Southampton by train
It takes an average of 1h 42m to travel from London Waterloo to Southampton by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (112 km). There are normally 113 trains per day travelling from London Waterloo to Southampton and tickets for this journey start from £9.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:05 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Southampton | |
| Journey time | From 1h 5m | |
| Distance | 69 miles (112 km) | |
| Frequency | 113 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9.70 | |
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Taking the train from London Waterloo to Southampton in 1 hour 5 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Waterloo to Southampton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 42 minutes to travel the 69 miles (112 km) from London Waterloo 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 113 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 Waterloo to Southampton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £9.70. 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.
FAQs about the train journey from London Waterloo to Southampton
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Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Southampton
Book in advance
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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 London Waterloo 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
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.