The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Branksome
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Branksome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Branksome will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 6 trains that leave Southampton for Branksome on Mon, May 11, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 50 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.
L728348:27 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)9:17 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P6139810:51 AM0h38Southampton Central (SOU)11:29 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P613949:52 AM0h38Southampton Central (SOU)10:30 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P61461_L768439:25 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)10:15 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
L73756_L7684710:25 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)11:15 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P6139810:51 AM0h38Southampton Central (SOU)11:29 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P613949:52 AM0h38Southampton Central (SOU)10:30 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P615148:59 AM0h38Southampton Central (SOU)9:37 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
L728348:27 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)9:17 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
P61461_L768439:25 AM0h50Southampton Central (SOU)10:15 AMBranksome station (BSM)$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Branksome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Branksome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Branksome:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Branksome costing on average $28 (€22).
Other travel options to Branksome take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 2m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (42m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $13 (€10) 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 South Western Railway.
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 to Branksome train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Branksome trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L72834 | 8:27 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h50 | 9:17 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P61514 | 8:59 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h38 | 9:37 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P61461_L76843 | 9:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h50 | 10:15 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P61394 | 9:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h38 | 10:30 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L73756_L76847 | 10:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h50 | 11:15 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P61398 | 10:51 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h38 | 11:29 AM Branksome station (BSM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Branksome
Trains from Southampton to Branksome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:45 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Branksome trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Branksome from $6 (€5). 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 to Branksome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Branksome 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 Branksome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Branksome
- 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 05:45 - 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)
- Car Park: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From Totton / Romsey: Bus Stop outside of Station on sliproad from Waterloo Road to Mountbatten Way (A33) To Southampton: Mountbatten Way (A33) Bus Stop by Lakelands Drive
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 10:00 Saturday 08:00 - 11:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop outside John Lewis To Poole: Poole Road (A35) Bus Stop opposite John Lewis
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