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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.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 55.93
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 29.82
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 29.82
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 29.82
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 25.71
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 29.82
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 25.71

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:37 Southampton Central	09:05 London Waterloo	2h 28m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:30 Southampton Central	10:34 London Waterloo	3h 4m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:55 Southampton Central	09:43 London Waterloo	1h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:26 Southampton Central	10:08 London Waterloo	1h 42m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:30 Southampton Central	11:38 London Waterloo	3h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:55 Southampton Central	10:40 Paris	1h 45m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Southampton Central to London Waterloo train route details

First train

06:37

Last train

23:13

Departure station

Southampton Central

Arrival station

London Waterloo

Journey time

1h 24m

Distance

113 km

Price

AU$ 25.71*

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

Are you frequently traveling between Southampton Central and London Waterloo on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

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

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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Southampton Central to London Waterloo, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making 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

Save money on your trip from Southampton Central to London Waterloo with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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