The average train between Southampton and Forest Gate takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Southampton to Forest Gate. 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 every 30 minutes between Southampton and Forest Gate. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Forest Gate at 6:43 AM. All services require a transfer at London Waterloo Station and take an average of 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Forest Gate? 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 Forest Gate. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at London Waterloo station via London Waterloo station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Southampton to Forest Gate train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Forest Gate train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
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The distance between Southampton and Forest Gate is 122.7 km. The road distance is 137 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £28–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m.