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Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport, starting from 12,60 € and averaging 18,45 €. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 48m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:52
Southampton Central
07:10
Gatwick Airport
2h 18m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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05:15
Southampton Central
07:18
Gatwick Airport
2h 3m, Changes requiredCrossCountrySouth Western RailwaySouthern
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05:50
Southampton Central
08:11
Gatwick Airport
2h 21m, Changes requiredSouthern
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05:55
Southampton Central
07:56
Gatwick Airport
2h 1m, Changes requiredSouth Western RailwaySouthern
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06:37
Southampton Central
08:41
Gatwick Airport
2h 4m, DirectSouthern
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06:49
Southampton Central
09:09
Paris
2h 20m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwaySouthern
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Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:52
Last train
Last train
23:33
Departure station
Departure station
Southampton Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Gatwick Airport
Journey time
Journey time
1h 48m
Distance
Distance
92 km
Price
Price
12,60 €*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Southampton Central to Gatwick Airport 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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