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Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 129,26 kr, with average prices for this route around 207,01 kr.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • tors, 10 juli
    From 272,72 kr
  • fre, 11 juli
    From 176,56 kr
  • lör, 12 juli
    From 129,26 kr
  • sön, 13 juli
    From 272,72 kr
  • mån, 14 juli
    From 161,57 kr
  • tis, 15 juli
    From 272,72 kr
  • ons, 16 juli
    From 272,72 kr
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:44
Gatwick Airport
07:04
Southampton Central
6h 20m, Changes requiredSouthern
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03:45
Gatwick Airport
07:00
Southampton Central
3h 15m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouth Western Railway
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04:58
Gatwick Airport
08:01
Southampton Central
3h 3m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthern
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05:50
Gatwick Airport
08:31
Southampton Central
2h 41m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthern
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05:57
Gatwick Airport
07:57
Southampton Central
2h 0m, Changes requiredSouthernSouth Western Railway
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06:28
Gatwick Airport
08:26
Paris
1h 58m, Changes requiredSouthernSouth Western Railway
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Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:44
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Southampton Central
Journey time
Journey time
1h 48m
Distance
Distance
92 km
Price
Price
129,26 kr*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Southampton Central Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.