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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£70
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 92 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C29001+ Tube from London Paddington to London Waterloo+ P61418 | On time 08:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3h14 | 12:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| C29004+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+X72721 · P25525 | On time 08:57 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 4h54 | 13:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
| C29004+Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+X72721 · P25525 | On time 09:02 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 4h49 | 13:51 Southampton Central (SOU) | 3 changes | |
C29013+ P30045+C72471 | On time 09:42 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2h31 | 12:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 15 December | |||||
| 07:02 London Heathrow Airport | 4h00 | 11:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Rail trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Southampton Central (SOU)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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