The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Woking
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Woking will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton for Woking on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
4:30 PM0h50Southampton5:20 PMWoking$331One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM0h50Southampton6:20 PMWoking$341One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM0h54Southampton9:54 AMWoking$411One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM0h50Southampton6:20 PMWoking$341One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM0h50Southampton5:20 PMWoking$331One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM0h54Southampton9:54 AMWoking$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Southampton to Woking
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Woking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $37.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Woking:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton to Woking costing on average $42 (€35).
Other travel options to Woking take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about 17m sooner (56m by train vs 1h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $37 (€31) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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 Woking train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Woking trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L78766 | On time 8:26 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h02 | 9:28 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78770_L79931 | 8:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h07 | 10:02 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80137 | On time 9:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h54 | 10:19 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78774_L79937 | 9:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h07 | 11:02 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80157 | On time 10:25 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h53 | 11:18 AM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78778_L79943 | 10:55 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h08 | 12:03 PM Woking station (WOK) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Southampton to Woking 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 CrossCountry, Cross Country or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Woking.
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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 Woking.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Woking
Trains from Southampton to Woking run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Southern from Southampton to Woking trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Southern trains will get you between Southampton and Woking from $24 (€19). 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 Woking
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Woking 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 Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Woking
Most Southampton to Woking trains use the Southampton Central to Woking station pair, with some services arriving at Worplesdon. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Woking 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 St Denys from Southampton city centre
St Denys is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
St Denys train station facilities and services
St Denys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Denys.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Denys.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Denys.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Denys: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Denys: Bike Parking.
Which Woking station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Woking from Woking city centre
Woking train station facilities and services
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, 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 Worplesdon from Woking city centre
Worplesdon is 3 km from Woking city centre. Public transport options include:
Worplesdon train station facilities and services
Worplesdon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Worplesdon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worplesdon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Worplesdon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worplesdon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worplesdon: 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 London) via side gate (kept locked when station staffed). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). 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 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.
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