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Compare train and bus for Southampton to Wimbledon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Wimbledon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, and a train costs an average of $92.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$99 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m 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 Wimbledon:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Wimbledon costing on average $99 (€82).
Other travel options to Wimbledon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 35m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 29m by train vs 1h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€82) compared to roughly $26 (€22) 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.
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.
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Why should you book Southampton to Wimbledon trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Wimbledon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton to Wimbledon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Wimbledon.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Wimbledon
Trains from Southampton to Wimbledon run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€76) but you can travel from only $68 (€56) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€76) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Cross Country from Southampton to Wimbledon trainsSouth Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Wimbledon from $68 (€56). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Southampton to Wimbledon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Wimbledon 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 Wimbledon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Wimbledon
Most Southampton to Wimbledon trains use the Southampton Central to station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Wimbledon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Wimbledon 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.
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