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Trains to London Waterloo East from Southampton
| First train | 03:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:33 | |
| Departure station | Southampton | |
| Arrival station | London Waterloo East | |
| Journey time | From 1h 25m | |
| Distance | 70 miles (112 km) | |
| Frequency | 86 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
Travelling from Southampton to London Waterloo East by train
If you're planning to travel from Southampton to London Waterloo East, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Southampton to London Waterloo East takes around 2 hours 13 minutes. There are normally 86 trains per day travelling from Southampton to London Waterloo East.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to London Waterloo East, as there are no direct trains.
Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink and CrossCountry trains run on this route.
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