The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Southampton on Sat, Nov 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 157 km
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€35 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y09926+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+ L51258 · L48316 | On time 8:22 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h00 | 11:22 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
Y81604+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+ L49750 · L47477 | On time 8:50 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h53 | 11:43 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 4 transfers | |
Y81604+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo+ L48180 | On time 8:50 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h59 | 11:49 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
Y81628+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo+ L48324 | On time 9:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h02 | 12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
Y09939+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Waterloo+ L48188 | On time 9:23 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 3h28 | 12:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 transfers | |
Y09939+ Tube from Tottenham Hale to Vauxhall+ L50117 · L48324 | On time 9:23 AM Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) | 2h59 | 12:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton
Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Stansted Mountfitchet 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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Newcastle to London Flights: An Overview
Flying is a good alternative to the train for anyone who is travelling from Newcastle to London, with regular direct departures and a short journey of up to 1 hour 20 minutes. Travellers have a large range of flights every day, with morning and evening departures landing at various London airports.
Which airlines fly from Newcastle to London?
Travellers to London can choose between budget flights from Flybe, or premium services provided by British Airways Between the two airlines, travellers can expect at least 5 departures per day.
How long is the flight from Newcastle to London?
Flight times from Newcastle to London vary slightly depending on your arrival destination, but will always be between 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 20 minutes.
How many flights are there from Newcastle to London?
During the week, travellers have a choice of at least five direct flights from Newcastle to London every day, including the weekend. Schedules tend to be the same all year-round, with no seasonal variations.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Newcastle to London?
Departure airport: All Newcastle to London flights depart from Newcastle Airport. The best way to get to the airport from the centre of town is to catch the Metro from Haymarket, Central or Monument stations. After that, the journey takes about 25 minutes. Buses X77, X78 and X79 also serve the airport, but take a little longer to get there. At the airport itself, travellers can dine and shop for essentials, and they can also use free on-site wifi. Just select the "Free Newcastle Airport WiFi" option.
Arrival airport: Flights from Newcastle to London will arrive at London City (Flybe) or Heathrow (British Airways). London City is the most central option. From there, visitors can take the DLR service to Tower Gateway or Bank, and hook up with tube connections. The best route into town from Heathrow is usually the Heathrow Express train. This runs straight into Paddington every 15 minutes and takes 15-20 minutes. However, the Piccadilly Line and National Express coaches are good alternatives. And those making their own way can also log onto airport wifi free of charge.
FAQs: Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Southampton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 13:00 Saturday 06:00 - 13:00 Sunday 08:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Cork House
- Staff help available: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. Toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located near the Ticket Office; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available upon request. National key toilets are only accessible 0600-1300 Monday-Saturday and 0800-1500 Sunday
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 10 cycle spaces on Platforms 1/2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Local bus services
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at the junction of Station Road and Church Road, next to the Kings Arms public house
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Totton / Romsey: Redbridge Roundabout Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road) To Southampton: Redbridge School Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Woolston/Southampton, in Station Road by the 'Stop & Shop' store adjacent to footpath leading to station. To Bursledon/Fareham, in Station Road between Cranbury Road and Sholing Vicarage driveway.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
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