Southampton to Croydon by train

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Overview: trains from Southampton to Croydon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Southampton to Croydon, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:46 View journey
Last train 20:13 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 100
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey €28.05 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 17m
Train operators 1

Southampton to Croydon train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Southampton to Croydon by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Southampton to Croydon take around 2 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 100 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Southampton is scheduled to depart at around  05:46. The last departure is usually at around 20:13. At weekends the only train usually departs Southampton around . There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 57 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €28.05.

We think any time is a great time to visit Croydon, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Croydon.

Is there a direct train from Southampton to Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train from Southampton to Croydon.

How long does it take to travel from Southampton to Croydon?

The Southampton to Croydon train travel takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Southampton to Croydon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Croydon leaving Southampton at around 05:46 and the last train leaving at around 20:13. At weekends, the only train usually departs Southampton around .

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.