The average train between Southampton and Gatwick takes 1h 59m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton to Gatwick. 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 Gatwick. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Gatwick at 2:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 49m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Southampton to Gatwick? 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 Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central station and arriving at Gatwick Airport station via Clapham Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.
Southampton to Gatwick train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Gatwick train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.
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The distance between Southampton and Gatwick is 90.2 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction in around 1h 45m.