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Private car transfer from Southampton to London

Door-to-door
in 1 h 50 min

From €40
per seat

Comfortable
car

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Southampton.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 1 h 50 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in London.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

129 km1 h 50 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Southampton to London

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

The cheapest way to travel from Southampton to London is by booking a coach ticket with operators like National Express. If booked in advance, prices can be as low as $9 (€8), making it the most budget-friendly option compared to trains, taxis, and driving.

How do I get from Southampton Port to London?

The best way is to book a door-to-door car service like Daytrip. Alternatively, you can also take a taxi or shuttle to Southampton Central Station. From there, you can catch a direct train to London Waterloo. There are coaches operated by National Express also run from Southampton Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station.

How much does the train cost from Southampton to London?

The train fare from Southampton to London starts at $58 (€62), depending on the time of travel and how far in advance you book. Off-peak tickets and advance purchases always help you have significant savings compared to peak times and last-minute bookings.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to London is by taking a direct train from Southampton Central to London Waterloo. It takes around one hour and 20 minutes and is a quick and convenient travel option. But it’s more expensive than a coach ride.

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

The best way to get to London from Southampton is by booking your seat in a vehicle of your choice with Daytrip. By choosing Daytrip, you’ll have the most comfortable journey possible, especially compared to public transportation. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore on the way.

Can I take a cruise from Southampton to London?

While there are no direct cruises from Southampton to London, you can hop on a river cruise on the Thames once you arrive in London. Southampton is a major departure port for international cruises, and you can travel to London by train or coach after your cruise.

Visit these sights on the way

Stonehenge

One of Europe’s most famous ancient monuments, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has been the focus of countless theories and legends. Rock Star Rocks

The Great Hall

The centerpiece of one of England’s finest medieval halls is a 13th century reproduction of King Arthur’s legendary round table. Gather Round

Bombay Sapphire Distillery

Get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into the famous gin in this beautiful old-meets-new distillery. Big Blue

Jane Austen's House Museum

Experience the life and times of Jane Austen in the house where she wrote most of her major works, including Pride and Prejudice. Literary Pride

Milestones Museum

Experience a slice of life from the Victorian Era and early 20th century in this ‘living museum’. A Walk Through Time

Brooklands Museum

An impressive array of autos and planes are on display at the world’s first racetrack and one of Britain’s earliest aerodromes. Vroom and Zoom

Kew Gardens

The world’s largest botanical collection, and beautiful historic buildings make this UNESCO World Heritage Site nirvana for nature lovers. Eden on Earth

Why people love Daytrip

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Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

Yes! A return trip will take you back to your city of origin in the same size car in which you arrived. Return trips can be booked for the any day. You can also add customized sightseeing stops separately for each trip! Don’t worry if you don’t know your exact address at the time of booking - you’ll have the opportunity to update us closer to your travel date. Make sure to select “Return” when you start the booking process, then choose the dates and times of your departures.

For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24 hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15 minutes before departure.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on-screen. Select “One Way” or “Return” to change the type of trip you need. It’s a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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