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Compare bus and train for Southampton to Richmond
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Richmond among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$48 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Richmond:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Richmond costing on average $48 (€40).
Other travel options to Richmond take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
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Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Richmond.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Richmond
Trains from Southampton to Richmond run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton to Richmond trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Richmond from $10 (€8). 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 Richmond
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Richmond
Most Southampton to Richmond trains use the Southampton Central to Richmond station pair, with some services arriving at North Sheen. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Richmond train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Richmond 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 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.
Getting to Millbrook (Hants) from Southampton city centre
Millbrook (Hants) is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Millbrook (Hants) train station facilities and services
Millbrook (Hants) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Millbrook (Hants).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Millbrook (Hants): Parking.
Which Richmond station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Richmond from Richmond city centre
Richmond train station facilities and services
Richmond has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Richmond.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Richmond. ATMs are available at Richmond.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Richmond.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Richmond: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Richmond: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Richmond: 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.
Getting to North Sheen from Richmond city centre
North Sheen is 1 km from Richmond city centre. Public transport options include:
North Sheen train station facilities and services
North Sheen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at North Sheen.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at North Sheen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at North Sheen.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at North Sheen: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at North Sheen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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