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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Southampton
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€33
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€67
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 58 m
Trains on Aug 29
17
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Southampton will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Southampton without transferring at least 2 times.
L80353+
F277254:20 AM3h35Stansted Airport (SSD)7:55 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€331One-way1 transfer- L80361+P66055+
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo5:28 AM3h30Stansted Airport (SSD)8:58 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€371One-way2 transfers - L80215+P67515+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo5:58 AM3h23Stansted Airport (SSD)9:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€411One-way2 transfers
- L80223+P66128+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo7:11 AM3h10Stansted Airport (SSD)10:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way2 transfers
- L81957 · L80223+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+P661407:28 AM2h53Stansted Airport (SSD)10:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way3 transfers
- L81975 · L80235+P66188+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall8:28 AM2h53Stansted Airport (SSD)11:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€631One-way3 transfers
- L81957 · L80223+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+P661407:28 AM2h53Stansted Airport (SSD)10:21 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€441One-way3 transfers
C38496+
G00999+P66152+
W347567:43 AM3h00Stansted Airport (SSD)10:43 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1021One-way3 transfers- G01002+P66200+W34758+C385748:43 AM3h00Stansted Airport (SSD)11:43 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€1021One-way3 transfers
- L80103+P66200+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo8:43 AM3h06Stansted Airport (SSD)11:49 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)€481One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Stansted Airport to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, while a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€30 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Southampton trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P66329+C37260+G01013 | On time 11:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h15 | 2:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66329+L82033 · L80262+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall | On time 11:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h54 | 2:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P02922+L80128+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 11:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 2:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P02922+C38556+G01013+G14940 | On time 11:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h00 | 2:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P66363+L80274+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | On time 12:11 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h11 | 3:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66369+L82052 · L80274+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall | On time 12:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h54 | 3:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| P66347+C48260 · C48455+L80345 | On time 12:30 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 6h33 | 7:03 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| F27725+L80353 | 4:20 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h35 | 7:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 transfer | |
| P66055+C37196+G00996 | 5:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h20 | 8:48 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66055+L80361+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 5:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h30 | 8:58 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P67515+L80215+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 5:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h23 | 9:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66106+L80085+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 6:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 9:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66128+L80223+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 7:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 10:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66140+C37243+G00999 | 7:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h15 | 10:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66140+L81957 · L80223+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall | 7:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h53 | 10:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P66152+C38496+G00999+W34756 | 7:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h00 | 10:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P66152+L80093+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 7:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 10:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66176+L80235+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 8:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 11:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66188+C37264+G01002 | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h15 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66188+L81975 · L80235+Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall | 8:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2h53 | 11:21 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P66200+L80103+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 11:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
| P66200+C38574+G01002+W34758 | 8:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h00 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
| P67519+L80243+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo | 9:11 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 12:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Southampton run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 7:10 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry from London Stansted Airport to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Southampton from €19. 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 Stansted Airport to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Southampton
Most London Stansted 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 Stansted 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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