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The average train between Watford Junction and Southampton takes 2h 19m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Watford Junction to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 19m
Duration
98 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Centraltrain train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 11m
£35–87

Watford Junction to Southampton train times

Trains run hourly between Watford Junction and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 12:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Southampton at 2:49 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 4m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 5m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway6h 5m • 2 changes

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    London OvergroundLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 44m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 14m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 51m • 2 changes

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    London OvergroundLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h 39m • 2 changes

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    West Midlands TrainsLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway2h • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastLondon Underground (Tube)South Western Railway1h 51m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Watford Junction to Southampton? 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.

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  • Distance: 98.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Southampton, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central hourly. Tickets cost £29–60 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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