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Find best prices from Southampton to Stansted Airport

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Southampton to Stansted Airport, 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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US$13.13
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Southampton to Stansted Airport train prices and times

Planning a journey from Southampton to Stansted Airport? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$10.11, with average prices for this route around US$21.06. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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16:23
2h 52m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
19:15
Stansted Airport
CrossCountryGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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16:23
3h 7m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
19:30
Stansted Airport
CrossCountrySouth Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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16:38
3h 7m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
19:45
Stansted Airport
South Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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17:08
2h 52m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
20:00
Stansted Airport
South Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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17:08
3h 5m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
20:13
Stansted Airport
South Western RailwayGreater Anglia
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17:23
2h 50m, No direct
Southampton Airport Parkway
20:13
Paris
CrossCountryGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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Southampton to Stansted Airport train route details

First train
First train
05:00
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton
Arrival station
Arrival station
Stansted Airport
Journey time
Journey time
2h 48m
Distance
Distance
159 km
Price
Price
US$10.11*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Southampton to Stansted Airport

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 to Stansted Airport. 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 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 Stansted Airport, 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 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 Southampton to Stansted Airport 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

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 Stansted Airport 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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