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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 12
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
1 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 12
73
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton without transferring at least once.
X04855 · SN09990010:19 AM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€261One-way1 transfer- X04857 · SN1001009:19 AM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€261One-way1 transfer
- X04859 · SN1003008:19 AM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:42 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€261One-way1 transfer
- X04853 · SN09970011:19 AM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€261One-way1 transfer
- X04851 · SN09950012:19 PM3h23Gatwick Airport (GTW)3:42 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€261One-way1 transfer
- C82813+
L8024310:32 AM1h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)12:21 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way1 transfer - C82793+L802238:32 AM1h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€551One-way1 transfer
- C82803+L802359:32 AM1h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way1 transfer
- C82823+L8025511:32 AM1h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)1:21 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way1 transfer
- C82833+L8026312:32 PM1h49Gatwick Airport (GTW)2:21 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)€301One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €22, while a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 90 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Southampton take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 51m.
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Southampton trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C82922+L78849 | On time 9:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h50 | 11:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
C82480+L79479+ G01042 | On time 9:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h02 | 11:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82480+L79479 · L78853 | On time 9:43 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h09 | 11:52 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
L79829 · L78853+ G15153 | Delayed 9:48 PM 10:01 PMGatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h51 | 11:52 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82933+L78861 | On time 10:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h04 | 12:36 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26370+L80557 | On time 11:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h10 | 1:12 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26113+L78739 | On time 11:55 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h54 | 2:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
G26667 · SN100400+ G27065 | 8:01 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h09 | 11:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| X04859 · SN100300 | 8:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 11:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26669 · SN100300+G27067 | 8:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h11 | 11:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82793+L84543 · L80093 | 8:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h18 | 10:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82793+L80223 | 8:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 10:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
 C02623+C93051+L79340+G00999 | 8:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h07 | 10:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| W45726+G26980+SW085600 | 8:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 12:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| X04857 · SN100100 | 9:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 12:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26675+G27071+GW067500 | 9:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h19 | 12:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82803+L80235 | 9:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 11:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82803+L84563 · L80103 | 9:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h17 | 11:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C02687+C93058+L79350+G01002 | 9:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h07 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| C02741+G26981+SW085500 | 9:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 1:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| X04855 · SN099900 | 10:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 1:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26681+G27075+GW067400 | 10:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h19 | 1:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82813+L80243 | 10:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 12:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C82813+L84583 · L80111 | 10:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h17 | 12:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| W45730+G26983+SW085400 | 10:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 2:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| X04853 · SN099700 | 11:19 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 2:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| G26687+GW067300+G27078 | 11:31 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h19 | 2:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| C82823+L80255 | 11:32 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h49 | 1:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| C02678+C93078+L79373+G01010 | 11:36 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h07 | 1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| W45719+G26984+SW084700 | 11:45 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h49 | 3:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| X04820+L78552 · L80121 | 11:57 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h55 | 1:52 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| L79639 · L80121+C42384 | 11:59 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1h53 | 1:52 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 90 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 90 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 7:09 AM |
Last train 10:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Southern, South Western Railway from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton trainsSouthern, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Southampton from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Gatwick Airport to Southampton
Most London Gatwick Airport to Southampton trains use the London Waterloo to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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