The average train between Southampton and Central London takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Central London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Southampton and Central London. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Central London at 8:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 52m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Central London? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Central London. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at Brentford station via Clapham Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Southampton to Central London train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Central London train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Brentford station.
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The distance between Southampton and Central London is 100.5 km. The road distance is 113 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Brentford via Clapham Junction in around 1h 47m.