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Southampton to London by train
The journey from Southampton to London by train is 70.77 mi and takes 1 hr 30 min. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:55 AM and the last at 7:55 PM. It is possible to travel from Southampton to London by train for as little as $13.12 or as much as $61.39. The best price for this journey is $13.12.
| Lowest Price | $13.12 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 30 min |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway 26 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway $13.12 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway $61.39 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway 6:55 AM |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway 7:55 PM |
| Distance | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway 70.77 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway Southampton |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway London |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, South Western Railway CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway |
Southampton to London Train Times
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Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
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When travelling to London by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board South Western Railway and Great Western Railway from Southampton to London
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Southampton to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
7.97kg
Bus
8.54kg
Flight
22.78kg
Car
18.22kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Southampton to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Southampton and London are 7.97kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Southampton and London? By taking the train between Southampton and London you will save 14.81kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.57kg compared to a bus and 10.25kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Southampton to London?
A train ticket from Southampton to London is $27.44. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $13.12.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Southampton to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to London is $13.12. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southampton and London by train?
Southampton to London is 70.77 mi.
How long does the train between Southampton and London take?
Southampton to London is on average 1 hr 30 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 23 min.
Which companies operate from Southampton to London?
The train journey from Southampton to London is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, South Western Railway and Great Western Railway.
How many train connections per day go from Southampton to London?
Southampton to London has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Southampton to London leave?
The earliest train from Southampton to London departs at 6:55 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Southampton to London depart?
The latest train from Southampton to London departs at 7:55 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southampton to London in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $13.12 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southampton to London?
There are on average 20 direct connection(s) from Southampton to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Southampton and London is 1 hr 23 min.
Is there a direct train from Southampton to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Southampton and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to London by train?
The train journey from Southampton to London creates 7.97kg of CO2 emissions.