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Waterloo to Southampton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Waterloo to Southampton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 36.85, with average prices for this route around SAR 210.91. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Wed, Sep 10
    From SAR 36.85
  • Thu, Sep 11
    From SAR 40.66
  • Fri, Sep 12
    From SAR 40.66
  • Sat, Sep 13
    From SAR 40.66
  • Sun, Sep 14
    From SAR 40.66
  • Mon, Sep 15
    From SAR 40.66
  • Tue, Sep 16
    From SAR 40.66
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17:35
1h 6m, Direct
London Waterloo
18:41
Southampton Airport Parkway
South Western Railway
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17:54
3h 9m, Changes required
London Waterloo
21:03
Southampton Central
South Western RailwaySouthern
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18:05
1h 6m, Direct
London Waterloo
19:11
Southampton Airport Parkway
South Western Railway
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18:23
1h 12m, Changes required
London Waterloo
19:35
Southampton Airport Parkway
South Western RailwayCrossCountry
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18:24
3h 9m, Changes required
London Waterloo
21:33
Southampton Central
South Western RailwaySouthern
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18:35
1h 7m, Direct
London Waterloo
19:42
Paris
South Western Railway
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Waterloo to Southampton Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:30
Last train
Last train
23:35
Departure station
Departure station
Waterloo
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton
Journey time
Journey time
1h 5m
Distance
Distance
306 km
Price
Price
SAR 36.85*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Waterloo to Southampton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Waterloo to Southampton can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Waterloo to Southampton 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 to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Waterloo to Southampton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
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 Waterloo to Southampton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

Waterloo to Southampton 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.