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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF)
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 21
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
1 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 21
23
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 23 trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF), including 17 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
G008791:15 PM1h22Southampton Central (SOU)2:37 PMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers- G007397:55 AM1h18Southampton Central (SOU)9:13 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G008558:15 AM1h23Southampton Central (SOU)9:38 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G008475:15 AM1h22Southampton Central (SOU)6:37 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G008496:15 AM1h23Southampton Central (SOU)7:38 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G007397:55 AM1h18Southampton Central (SOU)9:13 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G008791:15 PM1h22Southampton Central (SOU)2:37 PMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G008475:15 AM1h22Southampton Central (SOU)6:37 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
- G0086611:15 AM1h23Southampton Central (SOU)12:38 PMOxford station (OXF)$531One-way0 transfers
- G008558:15 AM1h23Southampton Central (SOU)9:38 AMOxford station (OXF)$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $28, while a bus costs an average of $63.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $63 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF):
A ferry is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) costing on average $45 (€36).
A ferry is $35 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Oxford station (OXF) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 24m.
Bus takes on average 3h 4m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L78755 · L79161+G00857 | 6:53 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h45 | 9:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
L78763+ C03038 · W34871 | 7:54 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h25 | 10:19 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00860 | 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80138+C03044 · W34876 | 9:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 11:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00863 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 11:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80158+C03049 · C00675 | 10:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00867 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 12:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80172+C03054 · W34886 | 11:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h51 | 1:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00874 | 12:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 1:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80180+C03059+G00711 | 12:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h42 | 2:07 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00880 | 1:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 2:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80184+C03064 · C33066 | 1:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h55 | 3:20 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00885 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 3:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G00885+Y15443 | 2:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h34 | 3:49 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
| L80190+C03069 · C33068 | 2:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h56 | 4:21 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00890 | 3:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 4:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80200+C03074 · C33069 | 3:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 5:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00897 | 4:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 5:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80212+C03079+G00728 | 4:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h40 | 6:05 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00902 | 5:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 6:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80232+C03084 · W34911 | 5:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 7:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00911 | 6:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 7:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80252+C03089 · C33073 | 6:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h51 | 8:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00917 | On time 7:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h23 | 8:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80272+C03094 · W34920 | 7:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h50 | 9:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G00924 | On time 8:15 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h19 | 9:34 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L80292+C03099 · C00861 | 8:25 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h52 | 10:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Oxford station (OXF) from $11 (€9). 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 Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) 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 Oxford station (OXF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Oxford station (OXF) trains use the Southampton Central to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Oxford station (OXF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: 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.
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Most popular train connections from Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular trains to and from Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most popular train connections to Oxford station (OXF)
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