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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford to Southampton
Showing times and prices for 21 Jan
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
162 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford to Southampton will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
Fast trains
To travel from Ashford to Southampton you need to make at least 4 changes.
22:408h20
Ashford07:00Southampton
£1161One-way
2 changes
06:132h29
Ashford08:42Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
07:162h27
Ashford09:43Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
08:162h26
Ashford10:42Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
09:162h27
Ashford11:43Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
08:162h26
Ashford10:42Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
20:162h26
Ashford22:42Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
07:162h27
Ashford09:43Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
09:162h27
Ashford11:43Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
11:162h27
Ashford13:43Southampton
£1451One-way
4 changes
Live departures
Ashford to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Southampton trains for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 01:19
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P63476+ L73762 | On time 08:00 Ashford International (AFK) | 3h22 | 11:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
 P26334 · G70736 · P25538 | On time 08:24 Ashford International (AFK) | 4h37 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
P74884+P43417+ P30644+L73398 | On time 08:32 Ashford International (AFK) | 4h29 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4 changes | |
| P74884+P61403 | On time 08:32 Ashford International (AFK) | 3h17 | 11:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
P74884+P43417+ G83656+W60131 | On time 08:32 Ashford International (AFK) | 4h29 | 13:01 Southampton Central (SOU) | 4 changes | |
| P74835+P61470 | On time 09:00 Ashford International (AFK) | 3h22 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford to Southampton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashford to Southampton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 42m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 22:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southeastern from Ashford to Southampton trainsSouth Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford and Southampton from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£74
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
Southeastern
About
Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£76
Southeastern frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Ashford to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Ashford to Southampton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from Ashford to Southampton covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 3h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Ashford to Southampton is 162 km.
The first train from Ashford to Southampton leaves at 4:40.
The last train from Ashford to Southampton departs at 22:00.
Trains from Ashford to Southampton run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ashford to Southampton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ashford to Southampton.
To travel from Ashford to Southampton, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Ashford to Southampton.
The train station in Ashford that goes to Southampton is Ashford International (AFK), and it arrives at Southampton Central (SOU).
The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Southampton is by train, costing approximately £23.
Booking trains from Ashford to Southampton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ashford to Southampton offers varied scenery, passing through picturesque countryside, charming towns, and the South Downs National Park, providing pleasant views along the way.
A day trip from Ashford to Southampton is not feasible due to the journey duration of 3h 42m. However, there are 5 train trips available per day. The distance is 162 km.
In Southampton, you can explore the New Forest National Park for hiking and cycling, take the Hythe Ferry for a scenic trip to Hythe, and enjoy shopping at Westquay Shopping Centre. Visit the Ocean Village Marina for dining and leisure activities, or relax at Southampton Common. Discover the city's history at the Tudor House and Garden, SeaCity Museum, and Solent Sky Museum. Art enthusiasts can visit the Southampton City Art Gallery, while theatre lovers can catch performances at the Mayflower Theatre.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Southampton allows you to explore key attractions such as the SeaCity Museum, Tudor House and Garden, and the vibrant waterfront.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashford to Southampton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ashford and Southampton
Ashford
Southampton
The major train station for departures in Ashford is Ashford International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashford International for your trip from Ashford to Southampton.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Car Park A
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ashford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
The major train station for arrivals in Southampton is Southampton Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Central for your journey to Southampton from Ashford.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- 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
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- 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)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Airport Parkway
- 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)
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 10:45 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmBike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 4
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St Denys
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Belmont Road/Junction with Osborne Road Setting Down only journeys - stop by traffic lights (Thomas Lewis Way/Duke Street)
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