London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) train with Southern

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€11

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€48

Fastest journey on Sep 17

1 h 13 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

1 h 14 m

Trains on Sep 17

80

Distance

112 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 80 trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 40 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • South Western RailwayL81369 · L80352
    5:50 AM2h07
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    7:57 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    €111One-way
    1 transfer
  • South Western RailwayL82277 · L83854 · L81188
    5:57 AM3h48
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    9:45 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    €111One-way
    2 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78853
    10:35 PM1h17
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    11:52 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    €181One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL78849
    10:05 PM1h17
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    11:22 PMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    €201One-way
    0 transfers
  • South Western RailwayL80557
    11:35 PM1h37
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    1:12 AMSouthampton Central (SOU)
    €271One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and ferry for London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €42.

Distance: 112 km

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Ferry
Driving

€42

Average price

€21

Average price

Cheapest

€24

Average price

€59

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 6m

Average total duration

1h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 40m

Average total duration

3h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

30m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU):

A bus is €3 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average €24.

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average €42.

The fastest way to travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is by ferry with an average journey time of 30m.

Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 36m.

Bus takes on average 3h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a train, bus, and ferry.

Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79489 · L80557
On time
11:40 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h32
1:12 AM Southampton Central (SOU)		1 transfer
Thursday, September 17
South Western RailwayL803445:18 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h42
7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83850 · L811765:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h00
8:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL83850 · L811765:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h00
8:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL81369 · L803525:50 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
7:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL82277+SouthernC82334 · G885735:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h36
9:33 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL82277 · L83854 · L811885:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h48
9:45 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
CrossCountryG00995+Great Western RailwayC48195+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington5:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h45
8:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL82277 · L83854+SouthernG266575:57 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h08
9:05 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL78874+SouthernC82334 · G885736:24 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h09
9:33 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL803526:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
7:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL84192+SouthernC82337 · G266636:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h11
10:03 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL788687:03 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
8:26 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79315+CrossCountryG009957:10 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h32
8:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL83247 · L802147:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
9:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL850137:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h36
9:51 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL78880+SouthernG26153 · G885857:23 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h08
10:31 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL803607:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h22
8:57 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL80935+SouthernG26158 · G885917:53 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h08
11:01 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL802148:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
9:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83001 · L802228:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
10:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79329+CrossCountryG009978:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
9:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL800848:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
9:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL802229:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
10:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79342+CrossCountryG010009:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h22
10:42 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL800929:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
10:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryG01003+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+Great Western RailwayW351119:36 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL8023410:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
11:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79352+CrossCountryG0100310:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8010210:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
11:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8024211:05 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79932+CrossCountryG0100511:09 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h38
12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL83044 · L8025411:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h10
1:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79363+CrossCountryG0100511:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h27
12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8011011:35 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
12:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL8025412:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
1:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79372+CrossCountryG0100912:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
1:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL8012012:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
1:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79377 · L8026212:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h32
2:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL802621:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
2:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79384+CrossCountryG010131:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
2:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL801281:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
2:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL802742:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
3:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83089 · L802822:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h09
4:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79395+CrossCountryG010182:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h23
3:43 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL801402:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h13
3:48 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL802823:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
4:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL84473 · L802943:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h09
5:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL79406+CrossCountryG010223:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h24
4:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL801483:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
4:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL802944:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
5:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL805284:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h06
6:18 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL801604:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
5:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL83127 · L801644:42 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h07
6:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL803025:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
6:19 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL805345:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h56
7:16 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL801645:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
6:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79005+SouthernC82620 · G267325:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
3h10
9:03 PM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL79433 · L803085:53 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
7:18 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
CrossCountryG01035+Great Western RailwayG14986+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington6:00 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h44
8:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL803086:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h13
7:18 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79974+CrossCountryG010326:07 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h35
7:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
CrossCountryG01035+Great Western RailwayW34953+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington6:14 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h30
8:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU)2 transfers
South Western RailwayL801746:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h15
7:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL803187:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
8:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL82994 · L788317:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h09
9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL850187:15 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
2h38
9:53 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79450+CrossCountryG010357:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h24
8:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL803247:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
8:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL788318:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h16
9:21 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79464+CrossCountryG010438:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h24
9:44 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL803308:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h14
9:49 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL788419:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h20
10:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79473+CrossCountryG010399:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h22
10:42 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL803369:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h15
10:50 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7884910:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
11:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL79479+CrossCountryG0104210:20 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h25
11:45 PM Southampton Central (SOU)1 transfer
South Western RailwayL7885310:35 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h17
11:52 PM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect
South Western RailwayL7886111:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1h31
12:36 AM Southampton Central (SOU)0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains with Omio?

South Western Railway as well as Southern or CrossCountry offer trains services from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).

Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train, bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Southern or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU)

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Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
112 km
Average train duration
1h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 13m
First train
4:18 AM
Last train
11:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Southern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouthern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU) from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Southern

About
Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Southern Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Southern Price
€16
Southern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about Southern

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
€53
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€12
South Western Railway frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about South Western Railway

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
€59
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is 1h 13m to travel the 112 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 4:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) with South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU), you can count on South Western Railway, Southern, CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Southampton Central (SOU). You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Southampton Central (SOU) from London Waterloo (WAT) is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 13m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU) including taking a train, bus, and ferry.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU)

Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the London Waterloo to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Southampton
London WaterlooLondon Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW+44 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre

London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus139 · 10m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 3m · €1 · every ~86 min

London Waterloo train station facilities and services

London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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