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Stansted Airport to Southampton Central Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Stansted Airport to Southampton Central, starting from $14.79 and averaging $21.54. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 51m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Fri, Sep 5
From $20.71
Sat, Sep 6
From $20.71
Sun, Sep 7
From $14.79
Mon, Sep 8
From $20.71
Tue, Sep 9
From $15.00
Wed, Sep 10
From $20.71
Thu, Sep 11
From $20.71

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:30 Stansted Airport	08:42 Southampton Central	3h 12m, Changes required	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:30 Stansted Airport	08:42 Southampton Central	3h 12m, Changes required		Find Tickets
05:30 Stansted Airport	08:57 Southampton Central	3h 27m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:15 Stansted Airport	09:22 Southampton Central	3h 7m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:28 Stansted Airport	09:22 Southampton Central	2h 54m, Changes required		Find Tickets
06:28 Stansted Airport	09:49 Paris	3h 21m, Changes required		Find Tickets View More Trains

Stansted Airport to Southampton Central Train Route Details

First train

00:30

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Stansted Airport

Arrival station

Southampton Central

Journey time

2h 51m

Distance

100 miles

Price

$14.79*

Train operators

Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Stansted Airport to Southampton Central. 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 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 Stansted 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Stansted Airport to Southampton Central ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Stansted Airport to Southampton Central more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Stansted Airport to Southampton Central 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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