The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Fareham
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Fareham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Fareham will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton for Fareham on Wed, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
5:37 AM0h26Southampton6:03 AMFareham$121One-way0 transfers
6:37 AM0h26Southampton7:03 AMFareham$121One-way0 transfers
6:37 AM0h26Southampton7:03 AMFareham$121One-way0 transfers
5:37 AM0h26Southampton6:03 AMFareham$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Fareham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Fareham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Fareham:
A train is $0.18 (€0.15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton to Fareham costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Fareham take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (27m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $5 (€5) 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, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern.
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 Fareham train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Fareham trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:50 AM Southampton | 0h25 | 9:15 AM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Southampton | 0h26 | 3:21 PM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:37 AM Southampton | 0h26 | 6:03 AM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Southampton | 0h26 | 7:03 AM Fareham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Southampton to Fareham trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Fareham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Southern with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Fareham.
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, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Fareham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Fareham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Fareham
Trains from Southampton to Fareham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Southern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Southampton to Fareham trainsSouthern, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Southampton and Fareham from $5 (€4). 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 Fareham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Fareham 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 Fareham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Fareham
Most Southampton to Fareham trains use the Southampton Central to Fareham station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Fareham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Fareham 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 Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: 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.
Which Fareham station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Fareham from Fareham city centre
Fareham train station facilities and services
Fareham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Fareham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Fareham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fareham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fareham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fareham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fareham: 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, 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.
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