What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Southampton?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Southampton is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick to Southampton?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Southampton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Southampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Southampton station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Coach Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Southampton Central via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Southampton?

The distance between Gatwick and Southampton is 99 miles. The road distance is 72.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick to Southampton without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Southampton without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £40 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick to Southampton?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Gatwick to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Southampton bus from?

Gatwick to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Southampton train from?

Gatwick to Southampton train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Southampton?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Southampton is to train via London which takes 2h 3m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Gatwick to Southampton bus arrive?

Gatwick to Southampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Gatwick to Southampton train arrive?

Gatwick to Southampton train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Southampton is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Gatwick to Southampton.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick to Southampton?

Book your Gatwick to Southampton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southampton?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Southampton.

Gatwick to Southampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromGatwick to Southampton

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick to Southampton by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Centraltrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2h 3m
£42–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach Stationbus 032
2h 57m
£16–36
Drive 72.1 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Southamptoncar 72.1 mi
1h 33m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Havanttrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Havant to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
2h 54m
£38–83

Gatwick to Southampton by train

164Weekly Trains

2h 3mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gatwick to Southampton.

Launch map view

Distance: 98.7 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Gatwick, England and Southampton, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central via Clapham Junction in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Coach Station via London Heathrow Airport T5 - and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 2h 57m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.