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Trains from Southampton Central to London (All Stations)

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70

train journeys
per day

69

miles (111 kms)

1hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

04:52 / 00:06

first / last train

52

direct trains

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to London (All Stations)

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On a typical weekday there are 70 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central and London (All Stations) , with 52 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southampton Central to London (All Stations) is approximately 69 miles (111 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and London (All Stations).

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to London Waterloo. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to London (All Stations) Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:52
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    06:34
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:15
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    06:37
    Southampton Central
    London Paddington
    Southampton Central to London Paddington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    1 hrs 32 mins Direct
    07:27
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:08
    2 hrs 37 mins Direct - overtaken train
    08:45
    Southampton Central
    London Victoria
    Southampton Central to London Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:15
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    07:44
    Southampton Central
    London Paddington
    Southampton Central to London Paddington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:30
    1 hrs 17 mins Direct
    07:47
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:37
    2 hrs 38 mins Direct - overtaken train
    09:15
    Southampton Central
    London Victoria
    Southampton Central to London Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:43
    1 hrs 55 mins Direct
    08:38
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    08:19
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:12
    2 hrs 33 mins Direct - overtaken train
    09:45
    Southampton Central
    London Victoria
    Southampton Central to London Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:15
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    08:43
    Southampton Central
    London Paddington
    Southampton Central to London Paddington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:30
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    08:48
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    1 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    09:18
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:38
    2 hrs Direct
    09:38
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:00
    1 hrs 26 mins Direct
    09:26
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    2 hrs 36 mins Direct - overtaken train
    10:45
    Southampton Central
    London Victoria
    Southampton Central to London Victoria
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:15
    1 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:42
    Southampton Central
    London Paddington
    Southampton Central to London Paddington
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    1 hrs 23 mins Direct
    09:53
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:00
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    10:24
    Southampton Central
    London Waterloo
    Southampton Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct - overtaken train
    11:45
    Southampton Central
    London Victoria
    Southampton Central to London Victoria

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About London (All Stations) Station

Station name London (All Stations) (182)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Southampton Central and London (All Stations)

The travel time between Southampton Central and London (All Stations) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central and London (All Stations) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 70 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

First class tickets on trains between Southampton Central and London (All Stations) typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Southampton Central and London (All Stations) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 52 direct services per day from Southampton Central to London (All Stations)

Southern, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and London (All Stations).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Southampton Central and London (All Stations), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.