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Southampton Central to London Waterloo train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, starting from AU$ 25.71 and averaging AU$ 17.11. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 24m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AU$ 51.61
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From AU$ 29.82
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From AU$ 29.82
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From AU$ 25.71
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From AU$ 25.71
  • Fri, Aug 8
    From AU$ 29.82
  • Sat, Aug 9
    From AU$ 38.66
DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:37
Southampton Central
09:05
London Waterloo
2h 28m, No directSouth Western Railway
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07:30
Southampton Central
10:34
London Waterloo
3h 4m, No directSouthernSouth Western Railway
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07:55
Southampton Central
09:43
London Waterloo
1h 48m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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08:26
Southampton Central
10:08
London Waterloo
1h 42m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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08:30
Southampton Central
11:38
London Waterloo
3h 8m, No directSouthernSouth Western Railway
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08:55
Southampton Central
10:40
Paris
1h 45m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Southampton Central to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
06:37
Last train
Last train
23:13
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 24m
Distance
Distance
113 km
Price
Price
AU$ 25.71*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton Central to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Southampton Central and London Waterloo, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Southampton Central to London Waterloo. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Southampton Central to London Waterloo for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton Central to London Waterloo ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Southampton Central to London Waterloo more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Southampton Central to London Waterloo train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.