Southern Rail Trains

Southern Rail operates an extensive network across South East England serving over 150 stations.

Their services connect London with coastal destinations and major towns across Sussex, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire including:

Southern Rail London to Coast Services

• London Victoria to Brighton (fast and stopping services)
• London Bridge to Eastbourne and Hastings
• London Victoria to Portsmouth Harbour and Southampton

Southern Rail Metro Services

An extensive suburban metro network across South London whose routes extend from Sutton to Streatham and Beckenham Junction to London Bridge

Southern Rail Cross Country Routes

Southern offer both a fast and all-stations cross country service from:

• Brighton to Southampton and Portsmouth
• Eastbourne to Ashford International

Southern Rail Passenger Facilities

Southern operates modern Electrostar trains (Classes 377, 387) and older Turbostar diesel units (Class 171) for unelectrified routes. Their fleet features:

• Standard class features 2+2 seating with reasonable legroom
• First class available on some routes with wider seats and tables
• Priority seating clearly marked for those with reduced mobility
• Most trains feature airline-style seating with some table clusters
• Free WiFi available on all trains (basic browsing speeds)
• Power sockets and USB charging points at all seats in newer trains
• Real-time passenger information screens in all carriages
• Wheelchair spaces in every unit
• Retractable boarding ramps at staffed stations
• Audio-visual announcements throughout journeys
• Assistance dogs welcome across the network

Southern Rail Catering and Refreshment Service

There are no dedicated buffet cars on any Southern Rail, however the following services are offered:

• Trolley service on longer distance routes
• Vending machines at major stations
• Water fountains available at key interchange stations

Southern Rail Luggage and Bicycle Policy

• Overhead racks for small items
• Dedicated storage areas for larger luggage
• Folding bikes carried free at all times
• Non-folding bikes permitted off-peak with restrictions

Southern Rail provides vital connections across the South East, with ongoing investment to improve passenger experience. While primarily a commuter operator, their services enable both business and leisure travel across the region connecting London with key destinations like Brighton, Portsmouth and Eastbourne.

Southern focuses on commuter services with frequent trains (every 15-30 mins on core routes). While delays occasionally occur, its Delay Repay scheme compensates passengers for significant disruptions. Recent upgrades include newer trains and improved station accessibility.

You may purchase Southern Rail train tickets here and view updated Southern Rail train timetables here. For the latest information, passengers should consult official Southern Rail channels before travelling.