The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Winchester
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Winchester will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Southampton for Winchester on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 29 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Southampton to Winchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. 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 €7, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 19 km
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€9 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Winchester trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:52 AM Southampton | 0h26 | 4:18 AM Winchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Southampton | 0h15 | 7:30 AM Winchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Southampton | 0h17 | 8:32 AM Winchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Winchester
Trains from Southampton to Winchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 15m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:43 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Southampton to Winchester trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Winchester from €4. 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 Winchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Southampton Central, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Winchester, located 0.1 miles (246 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Winchester
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton: Stop in Bullard Road adjacent to Station Hotel. To Fareham: Bullard Road Gyratory (A3035) Bus Shelter
- Car Park: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From Totton / Romsey: Bus Stop outside of Station on sliproad from Waterloo Road to Mountbatten Way (A33) To Southampton: Mountbatten Way (A33) Bus Stop by Lakelands Drive
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Totton / Romsey: Redbridge Roundabout Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road) To Southampton: Redbridge School Bus Stop (Southampton side of Roundabout on A33 slip road)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- 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: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 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: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
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