The average train between Southampton and London takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Southampton to 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 every 30 minutes between Southampton and London. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Southampton is at 10:55 PM which arrives into London at 12:33 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton station and arriving at London station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.
Southampton to London train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to London train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.
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The distance between Southampton and London is 111.5 km. The road distance is 127 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–75 and the journey takes 1h 16m.