Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swanwick | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swanwick | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Southampton Central | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swanwick | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Swanwick | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Gatwick to Southampton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Southampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 293, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Gatwick and Southampton?
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Southampton Airport
Train Companies
Customers have reported positive experiences with friendly staff, comfortable journeys, and punctuality. However, some mentioned that rail replacement services during train trips to Havant were tiring.
Southern Gatwick Southampton recent customer reviews
Because my flight was delayed, and the Gatwick airport shuttle got stuck, I missed my train by 5 minutes and had to purchase a brand new ticket. I feel that I should have been allowed to use that same ticket being that it was not my fault that I missed my train
Helen H.
Train trip to Havant was very good, rail replacement quite tiring
Mrs S.
Very unimpressed
William P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Southampton by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Southampton?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Southampton start from R 261. The average price for this train route is around R 571. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Southampton?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Southampton is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 59m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Southampton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Southampton?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Southampton departs at 07:09. And the latest train departs at 20:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Southampton was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 372To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Southampton as early as possible.
