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Find the best prices from Southampton Central to London Waterloo

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
US$ 22.46
21:3022:46
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US$ 22.46
Mon1Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 25.50
12:5914:21
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US$ 25.50
Tue2Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 16.39
21:3022:46
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US$ 16.39
Wed3Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 16.39
20:0021:29
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US$ 16.39
Thu4Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 16.39
20:3021:46
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US$ 16.39
Fri5Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 16.39
21:3022:44
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US$ 16.39
Sat6Dec
Cheapest train of the day
US$ 16.39
23:5701:30
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US$ 16.39
Sun7Dec
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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Southampton Central to London Waterloo train prices and times

Looking to travel from Southampton Central to London Waterloo? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as US$ 16.39, with average prices for this route around US$ 13.88.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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20:20
3h 9m, No direct
Southampton Central
23:29
London Waterloo
SouthernSouth Western Railway
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20:30
1h 16m, Direct
Southampton Central
21:46
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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20:59
1h 25m, Direct
Southampton Central
22:24
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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21:20
8h 27m, No direct
Southampton Central
05:47
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London Waterloo
SouthernThameslinkSoutheastern
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21:30
1h 16m, Direct
Southampton Central
22:46
London Waterloo
South Western Railway
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21:58
1h 31m, Direct
Southampton Central
23:29
Paris
South Western Railway
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Southampton Central to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
04:49
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 16m
Distance
Distance
113 km
Price
Price
US$ 16.39*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Southeastern, CrossCountry, Great 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more 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 is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Southampton Central to London Waterloo ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.