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Find the best prices from Waterloo to Southampton Central

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

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AED 49.03
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Waterloo to Southampton Central train prices and times

Looking to travel from Waterloo to Southampton Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 30.34, with average prices for this route around AED 50.99.

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

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05:30
1h 30m, Direct
London Waterloo
07:00
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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05:40
3h 54m, No direct
London Waterloo
09:34
Southampton Central
ThameslinkSouthern
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06:10
3h 53m, No direct
London Waterloo
10:03
Southampton Central
ThameslinkSouthern
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06:30
1h 27m, Direct
London Waterloo
07:57
Southampton Central
South Western Railway
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06:40
3h 51m, No direct
London Waterloo
10:31
Southampton Central
ThameslinkSouthern
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07:03
1h 23m, Direct
London Waterloo
08:26
Paris
South Western Railway
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Waterloo to Southampton Central train route details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:50
Departure station
Departure station
Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 13m
Distance
Distance
306 km
Price
Price
AED 30.34*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Southampton Central

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 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

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo to Southampton Central 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 for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

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%

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 Waterloo to Southampton Central 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 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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