Buying a return train ticket to Southampton from London

1. How much is a train ticket from London to Southampton?
2. Is it cheaper to buy train tickets online or at the station UK?
3. Is it cheaper to buy single or return train tickets?
4. What is the best way to get from London to Southampton?
5. How far is Southampton train station from the cruise terminal?
6. What is the best way to get from Heathrow to Southampton?
7. Can I buy a train ticket with cash?
8. Do NHS staff get discount on trains?
9. Why are UK train tickets so expensive?

How much is a train ticket from London to Southampton?

It takes an average of 2h 12m to travel from London to Southampton Central by train, over a distance of around 69 miles (112 km).
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London to Southampton Central by train.

Is it cheaper to buy train tickets online or at the station UK?

It is much cheaper to buy train tickets online rather than at the ticket office, as you will normally only get pricier walk-up fares here.

Is it cheaper to buy single or return train tickets?

Two singles are only cheaper than a return when you are buying 'Advance' tickets. If you are buying tickets from a machine for immediate travel they won't be. Stations usually have at least one machine that accepts cash. Ticket machines do not have to offer the full range of tickets.

What is the best way to get from London to Southampton?

The London Waterloo train is the most popular railway to Southampton but there is an alternative direct train service from London's Victoria Station to Southampton that takes a slower route via Gatwick Airport, this train takes around an hour longer and is not as frequent.

How far is Southampton train station from the cruise terminal?

By rail - Southampton Central is the closest train station, approximately 2 miles from Ocean Terminal. Fully licensed taxi ranks are available either side of the station, with plenty of clearly designated areas for pre-booked taxis to wait.

What is the best way to get from Heathrow to Southampton?

The best way to get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Southampton is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs £5 - £8.

Can I buy a train ticket with cash?

You can pay for your tickets using cash or a credit or debit card.

Do NHS staff get discount on trains?

NHS, Emergency Services and Armed Forces staff travel for less with LNER. As a thank you for all that you do, LNER are pleased to offer 34% off Advance Standard and First Class tickets to serving UK Emergency Services, NHS and Armed Forces staff with a valid Defence Discount and Blue Light Card.

Why are UK train tickets so expensive?

So commuter train fares in England are more expensive than those elsewhere. ... The drive to cut subsidy has been concentrated on high-demand commuter services. Regional passengers get a good deal by international standards; so do long-distance passengers, so long as they've bought their ticket in advance.