Travelling from Stansted Airport to Southampton by train

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

The fastest trains from Stansted Airport to Southampton take around 2 hours and 43 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 154 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stansted Airport is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:59. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 88 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €21.47.

We think any time is a great time to visit Southampton, 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 Southampton.

Is there a direct train from Stansted Airport to Southampton?

The journey between Stansted Airport and Southampton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stansted Airport to Southampton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stansted Airport to Southampton?

The Stansted Airport to Southampton train travel takes about 2 hours and 43 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stansted Airport to Southampton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Southampton leaving Stansted Airport at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:59. This is the same at the weekend.