4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Southampton
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Southampton will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bournemouth for Southampton on Sat, Jan 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 39 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 39 km
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1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Southampton trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L73908 | On time 8:02 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h50 | 8:52 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P60982 | On time 8:18 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h36 | 8:54 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P61384 | On time 8:24 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h53 | 9:17 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74879 | On time 8:40 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 9:13 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| P61516_P61384 | 8:56 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h30 | 9:26 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L73914 | On time 9:05 AM Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h48 | 9:53 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| 5:35 AM Bournemouth | 0h29 | 6:04 AM Southampton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Southampton
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Trains from Bournemouth to Southampton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 26m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Southampton from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bournemouth to Southampton: Journey Details
Mondays to Fridays, there are generally four hourly trains from Bournemouth to Southampton from morning until the afternoon, tailing off to 1-2 an hour in the evening, with the last departure at 11:12 p.m. The Saturday timetable follows a similar pattern, while on Sundays there are 3 departures an hour for the most of the day. All journeys are direct and operated by either Southwest Trains or Cross Country.
Where do trains from Bournemouth to Southampton depart from and arrive at?
Trains from Bournemouth to Southampton set out from the railway station on Holdenhurst Road next to the Asda superstore. Multiple bus routes stop outside the station entrance. From early morning into the evening, a shuttle bus runs between Bournemouth International Airport and the railway station, a trip of around 15-20 minutes depending on the time of day.
Trains from Bournemouth terminate at Southampton Central Railway Station in Blechynden Terrace, a 5-minute walk from the Mayflower Theatre, the SeaCity Museum and Southampton City Art Gallery. St Mary's Stadium (home of Southampton FC) is ½ km to the east, and the University of Southampton Highfield Campus is 2 km to the north. By bus, it's 3 minutes from the station to the Civic Centre and West Quay, and 6 minutes to the Town Quay shopping centre. There's also a regular service to Bournemouth Airport which takes about 43 minutes (with night buses on Fridays and Saturdays).
FAQs: Trains from Bournemouth to Southampton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Southampton 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 Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bournemouth to Southampton
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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Car Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
- Taxi: Yes
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 11:00 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Bridge Road Bus Stops at bottom of Garton Road. Terminating Journeys: Station Forecourt, Garton Road
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