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Southampton to London Waterloo train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton to London Waterloo, starting from NZD 17.89 and averaging NZD 58.14. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 9m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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05:03
Southampton Airport Parkway
06:34
London Waterloo
1h 31m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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05:23
Southampton Airport Parkway
06:42
London Waterloo
1h 19m, No directCrossCountrySouth Western Railway
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05:50
Southampton Central
09:02
London Waterloo
3h 12m, No directSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:03
Southampton Airport Parkway
07:26
London Waterloo
1h 23m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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06:37
Southampton Central
09:33
London Waterloo
2h 56m, No directSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:38
Southampton Airport Parkway
07:47
Paris
1h 9m, DirectSouth Western Railway
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Southampton to London Waterloo train route details

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Waterloo
Journey time
Journey time
1h 9m
Distance
Distance
112 km
Price
Price
NZD 17.89*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to London Waterloo

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between Southampton 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

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton to London Waterloo can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 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%

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 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 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%.