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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Swanwick | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Swanwick | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Southampton Central | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Swanwick | Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Gatwick
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Gatwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southampton and Gatwick?
Train Companies
According to customer reviews, there were some issues with reliable information during a strike. However, many customers had positive experiences and described their trip to Gatwick as the best they have ever done, with no stress or difficulties.
Southern Southampton Gatwick recent customer reviews
On time ,comfortable ,stress free
Colin L.
It was the best trip to Gatwick I have ever done , so easy and no stress
Paul F.
I know there was a strike. But no one has reliable information on any station.
Thomas M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Gatwick by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Gatwick?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Gatwick start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Gatwick?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Gatwick is 2h 2m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 53m and is operated by Southern.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Gatwick route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Gatwick?
The earliest train from Southampton to Gatwick departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 21:38.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Southampton to Gatwick was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Gatwick as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £37 for a train ticket from Southampton to Gatwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2026-01-14.
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