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Compare train and bus for Southampton to Botley
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Botley among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 5 miles (9 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Botley:
A bus is $0.95 (€0.78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Botley costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Botley take longer:
Bus takes on average 52m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (24m by train vs 25m by car). Tickets start at around $5 (€4) compared to roughly $3 (€3) 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 Great Western Railway (GWR).
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.
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Why should you book Southampton to Botley trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Botley.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Botley.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Botley.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Botley.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Botley
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Trains from Southampton to Botley run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 5 miles (9 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 5 miles (9 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Botley trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Southern, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Botley 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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Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Botley
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Botley 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 Botley, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Botley
Most Southampton to Botley trains use the Southampton Central to Botley station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Botley train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Botley leave from?
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 St Denys from Southampton city centre
St Denys is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
St Denys train station facilities and services
St Denys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Denys.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Denys.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Denys.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Denys: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Denys: Bike Parking.
Getting to Bitterne from Southampton city centre
Bitterne is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bitterne train station facilities and services
Bitterne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bitterne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bitterne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bitterne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bitterne: Bike Parking.
Which Botley station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Botley from Botley city centre
Botley train station facilities and services
Botley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Botley.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Botley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Botley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Botley: Bike Parking.
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