- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Oxford will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Oxford without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Southampton to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 1h 17m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Southampton to Oxford.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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SW810700 · Q18375 · L79161+ G00857 | 6:34 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 3h04 | 9:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
C03038 · W34871+ SW810300 · Q18377 | 8:01 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h14 | 10:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
XC025500 · G00860 | 8:50 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h48 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
GW264200 · C03044 · W34876+ L80138 | 9:10 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h05 | 11:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G00863+ SW808300 | 9:34 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 11:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C03049 · C00675+ SW810100 · L80158 | 9:56 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 12:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G00867+ SW808100 | 10:34 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 12:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G00874+ SW807600 | 11:34 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 1:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
SW809900 · L80180+ C03059 · C33065 | 11:56 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G00880+ SW801300 | 12:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 2:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C03064 · C33066+ L80184 · SW809800 | 12:56 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h19 | 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G00885+ SW801200 | 1:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h05 | 3:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C03069 · C33068+ SW809700 · L80190 | 1:56 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h21 | 4:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G00890+ SW801100 | 2:34 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h04 | 4:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C03074 · C33069+ SW809600 · L80200 | 2:56 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 2h20 | 5:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Southampton to Oxford with CrossCountry, South Western Railway, and Great Western Railway. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with South Western Railway and Great Western Railway. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
World-famous museum of archaeology and anthropology with remarkable collections from ancient Egypt to Pacific cultures.
Britain’s oldest public museum displays global art and archaeology, including classical sculpture, paintings, and Egyptian antiquities.
Oxford’s historic main street is lined with colleges, churches, and grand facades, making it essential for first-time visitors.
A central square framed by the Bodleian, Radcliffe Camera, and university buildings, offering one of Oxford’s defining views.
A peaceful riverside path popular for walking and punting views, giving a greener, more local side of Oxford.
A hearty Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and veal, often seasoned with lemon and herbs. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchers.
A rustic Oxfordshire pie of seasoned pork, bacon, apples and cider. It reflects the county's farming traditions and classic English pub cooking.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants, raisins and spice. It is one of Oxfordshire's best-known historic baked treats.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Historic riverside pub with a strong reputation for cask ales and classic British dishes in a traditional and atmospheric setting.
Historic covered market institution serving Oxford sausages, breakfasts and traditional British comfort food in a casual setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is manageable, but central accommodation and tourist-area meals raise daily budgets.
Restaurants may add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Oxford Railway Station -> Oxford City Centre
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Oxford 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Southampton to Oxford trains use the Southampton Central to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
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 options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
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