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Gatwick Airport to Southampton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Gatwick Airport to Southampton, starting from VND 290,493 and averaging VND 559,199. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 40m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:58 3h 3m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	08:01 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
05:50 2h 41m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	08:31 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
05:57 1h 52m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	07:49 Southampton Airport Parkway	Find Tickets
06:28 1h 50m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	08:18 Southampton Airport Parkway	Find Tickets
06:29 2h 36m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	09:05 Southampton Central	Find Tickets
06:43 1h 51m, Changes required Gatwick Airport	08:34 Paris	Find Tickets

Gatwick Airport to Southampton Train Route Details

First train

00:01

Last train

23:55

Departure station

Gatwick Airport

Arrival station

Southampton

Journey time

1h 40m

Distance

92 km

Price

VND 290,493*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Southampton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gatwick Airport to Southampton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Gatwick Airport to Southampton, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 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

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Gatwick Airport to Southampton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Southampton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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