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Waterloo to Southampton Central train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Waterloo to Southampton Central, starting from AU$ 16.40 and averaging AU$ 85.11. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 13m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:30 London Waterloo	07:00 Southampton Central	1h 30m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:39 London Waterloo	09:05 Southampton Central	3h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:24 London Waterloo	09:33 Southampton Central	3h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:30 London Waterloo	07:57 Southampton Central	1h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:52 London Waterloo	10:02 Southampton Central	3h 10m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:03 London Waterloo	08:26 Paris	1h 23m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Waterloo to Southampton Central train route details

First train

05:30

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Waterloo

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

1h 13m

Distance

306 km

Price

AU$ 16.40*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Southampton Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Waterloo to Southampton Central. 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

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 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 Waterloo to Southampton Central, 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%

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 Waterloo to Southampton Central 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

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 Waterloo to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Waterloo to Southampton Central train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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