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Compare train for Southampton to Southbourne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Southbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 21 miles (35 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$36 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (38m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around $36 compared to roughly $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 Southbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Southbourne trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:20 PM Southampton | 0h47 | 9:07 PM Southbourne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Southbourne
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Trains from Southampton to Southbourne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (35 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 21 miles (35 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:06 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Cross Country, South Western Railway from Southampton to Southbourne trainsCross Country, South Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton and Southbourne from $31. 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 Southbourne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Southbourne 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 Southbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Southbourne
Most Southampton to Southbourne trains use the Southampton Central to Southbourne station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Southbourne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Southbourne 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 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.
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.
Which Southbourne station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Southbourne from Southbourne city centre
Southbourne train station facilities and services
Southbourne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southbourne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southbourne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Southbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station:Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short, steep ramps (over 1:10 gradient). Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself 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.
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