It takes an average of 1h 56m to travel from Southampton to London by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (111 km). There are normally 138 trains per day travelling from Southampton to London and tickets for this journey start from £7 when you book in advance.
First train | 03:49 | |
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Last train | 23:55 | |
Departure station | Southampton | |
Arrival station | London | |
Journey time | From 1h 6m | |
Distance | 69 miles (111 km) | |
Frequency | 138 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £7 | |
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Planning to travel from Southampton to London by train? You’ve come to the right place!
The train from Southampton to London usually takes around 2h 4m but can take just 1h 9m on the fastest South Western Railway or Southern services, with around 108 trains running on this popular route every day. Once you're on board, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes along the way.
To snap up the cheapest fares, book an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you want to save even more, why not get a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page and we’ll highlight the cheapest prices for you.
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The average journey time by train between Southampton and London is 1 hour and 56 minutes, with around 138 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Southampton to London is 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Southampton to London can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Southampton to London without having to change trains. There are 138 direct trains from Southampton to London each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Southampton to London leaves at 03:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Southampton to London leaves at 23:55. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Southampton to London cover a distance of around 69 miles (111 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from London to Southampton. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Southampton to London.
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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 to London is right for you.
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.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.