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    Southampton Central
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    London Waterloo
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    0 changes
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    London Waterloo
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    London Victoria
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    London Victoria
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    Southampton Central
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    Southampton Central
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    Reading
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    08:17
    Reading
    Platform 11 estimated
    08:43
    London Paddington
    Platform 8 estimated
    on time
    London Paddington
    Platform 8 estimated
    1 change
    Peak
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    Southampton Central
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    London Waterloo
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Journey information from Southampton Central to London

  • Train Fares from: £5
  • Fastest route:
  • Slowest route:
  • Average journey time:
  • Changes: Direct

  • How long does it take to travel from Southampton Central to London by train?

    The average journey time between Southampton Central and London is . On an average weekday, there are 85 trains travelling from Southampton Central to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays.

    Avg. Duration

  • What is the fastest journey from Southampton Central to London by train?

    The fastest journey time by train is .

  • How much does the train from Southampton Central to London cost?

    Train tickets from Southampton Central to London can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.

  • Are there direct trains from Southampton Central to London?

    Yes, it is possible to travel from Southampton Central to London without having to change trains. Use our journey planner above to get direct train times from Southampton Central to London.

    Direct

  • What is the distance between Southampton Central and London?

    The distance between Southampton Central and London is 69 miles.

    Distance: 69 miles

  • What time is the first train from Southampton Central to London?

    The first train from Southampton Central to London departs at .

    What time is the last train from Southampton Central to London?

    The last train from Southampton Central to London departs at .

    First train
    Last train
    No sleeper services are available. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays; use the Journey Planner above to search for a specific train on your chosen travel date.

  • If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered ''Why are there so many?!'' Well, luckily we've put together a handy guide to all the variations of train ticket you may encounter on your travels.

    Our guide to ticket types:
    *Please note that not all types of train tickets are available for every journey. Factors such as the time, date and train company you'll be using can affect the availability of each one.

Southampton Central to London timetable

Check out the next trains departing from Southampton Central to London for Thursday 21st Jan 2021. For the full train timetable, or to search for a later time or date, click here.

DepartsArrivesDuration
04:5207:092h 17m, direct
05:1506:381h 23m, 1 change
05:5507:221h 27m, direct
06:3007:591h 29m, direct
06:3709:142h 37m, direct
06:5908:221h 23m, direct
07:1209:432h 31m, direct
07:1508:431h 28m, 1 change
07:2808:491h 21m, direct
07:5409:231h 29m, direct

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London to Southampton Central.

How to find cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to London

Did you know that most train companies in the UK increase their prices as the departure date approaches? Our aim is to help you save – we’ll help you find the cheapest tickets, and even tell you when the prices are likely to increase with Price Prediction

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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 Southampton Central to London is right for you.

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**Average savings on Advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.
‡Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

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