Southern
Avanti West Coast
Trains to Croydon from Southampton
| First train | 05:37 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 05:37 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 2h 21m | |
| Distance | 65 miles (105 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Travelling from Southampton to Croydon by train
If you're planning to travel from Southampton to Croydon, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Southampton to Croydon takes around 2 hours 21 minutes. There are normally 1 train per day travelling from Southampton to Croydon.
Direct trains depart from Southampton to Croydon.
Trains on this route are operated by Southern.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Southampton to Croydon?
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.
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2. Use a Railcard
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3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
5. Consider a Season Ticket
Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Southampton to Croydon is right for you.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.