The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Winchester
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 17
15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
16 m
Trains on Sep 17
12
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 €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 12 trains from Southampton to Winchester, including 12 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 17 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.
G008589:15 AM0h17Southampton Central (SOU)9:32 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008558:15 AM0h15Southampton Central (SOU)8:30 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008517:15 AM0h15Southampton Central (SOU)7:30 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008496:15 AM0h17Southampton Central (SOU)6:32 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
L787568:00 AM0h18Southampton Central (SOU)8:18 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008558:15 AM0h15Southampton Central (SOU)8:30 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008517:15 AM0h15Southampton Central (SOU)7:30 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008589:15 AM0h17Southampton Central (SOU)9:32 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
G008496:15 AM0h17Southampton Central (SOU)6:32 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
L787507:00 AM0h17Southampton Central (SOU)7:17 AMWinchester station (WIN)€111One-way0 transfers
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 an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Winchester:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Winchester costing on average €11.
Other travel options to Winchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 38m.
Live departures
Southampton to Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Winchester trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00849 | Delayed 5:15 AM 6:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 6:32 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
G00849 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 6:32 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78869 | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 6:47 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80561 | 6:44 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h25 | 7:09 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78750 | 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 7:17 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00851 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h15 | 7:30 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78871 | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 7:47 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78756 | 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h18 | 8:18 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00855 | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h15 | 8:30 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78760 | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 8:47 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L80498 | 8:54 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h32 | 9:26 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L78764 | 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h18 | 9:18 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00858 | 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h17 | 9:32 AM Winchester station (WIN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Winchester
Trains from Southampton to Winchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 15m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Southampton to Winchester
Most Southampton to Winchester trains use the Southampton Central to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Winchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Winchester 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 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 Winchester station do trains from Southampton arrive at?
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester 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, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: 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.
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