The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
6 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 6 trains that leave Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) for Southampton Central (SOU) on Fri, Nov 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L48336
C23555
L48188
L52112
L52100
L48336
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L48588
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L52112Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 3 miles (6 km)
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38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L52100 | On time 12:25 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h10 | 12:35 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23555 | On time 12:37 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h10 | 12:47 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48188 | On time 12:43 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h08 | 12:51 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48588 | On time 1:08 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h09 | 1:17 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L48336 | On time 1:14 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h08 | 1:22 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52112 | On time 1:25 PM Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) | 0h10 | 1:35 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 3 miles (6 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 3 miles (6 km) |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Southern, Cross Country from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Southern, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) and Southampton Central (SOU) from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Southampton Airport Parkway (SOA) to Southampton Central (SOU)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
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