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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
66
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 66 trains from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 66 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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.
L8052211:590h51Bournemouth station (BMH)12:50Southampton Central (SOU)£81One-way0 changes- L8053213:590h55Bournemouth station (BMH)14:54Southampton Central (SOU)£81One-way0 changes
- L8053714:590h53Bournemouth station (BMH)15:52Southampton Central (SOU)£81One-way0 changes
- L8052612:590h51Bournemouth station (BMH)13:50Southampton Central (SOU)£81One-way0 changes
- L8055520:020h51Bournemouth station (BMH)20:53Southampton Central (SOU)£81One-way0 changes
G008619:450h28Bournemouth station (BMH)10:13Southampton Central (SOU)£151One-way0 changes- G0087511:450h28Bournemouth station (BMH)12:13Southampton Central (SOU)£151One-way0 changes
- G0086610:450h28Bournemouth station (BMH)11:13Southampton Central (SOU)£161One-way0 changes
- G0087912:450h28Bournemouth station (BMH)13:13Southampton Central (SOU)£151One-way0 changes
- G0088713:450h28Bournemouth station (BMH)14:13Southampton Central (SOU)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a ferry costs an average of £20.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £9.
A coach is £14 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 40m.
Coach takes on average 49m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (37m by train vs 43m by car). Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £8 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, CrossCountry, Cross Country.
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
Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78743 | 5:10 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h44 | 5:54 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78869 | 5:50 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h38 | 6:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78750 | On time 6:06 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h52 | 6:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00851 | On time 6:30 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h33 | 7:03 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78871 | On time 6:33 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h47 | 7:20 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80341_L78871 | 6:48 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h38 | 7:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78756 | On time 6:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h53 | 7:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80347_L78756 | 7:21 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h35 | 7:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00855 | On time 7:30 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h32 | 8:02 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78760 | On time 7:33 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h49 | 8:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80355_L78760 | 7:51 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h35 | 8:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80498 | On time 7:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h53 | 8:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78764 | On time 8:13 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h43 | 8:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80064 | 8:19 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h59 | 9:18 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00858 | On time 8:40 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 9:14 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80363_L80064 | 8:51 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h35 | 9:26 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80504 | 9:01 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h52 | 9:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80195 | On time 9:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 9:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00861 | 9:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 10:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80068 | 9:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 10:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80510 | On time 10:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 10:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80201 | On time 10:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 10:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00866 | 10:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 11:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80073 | On time 10:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 11:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80516 | On time 10:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 11:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80207 | On time 11:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 11:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00875 | On time 11:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 12:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80079 | On time 11:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 12:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80522 | On time 11:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 12:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80217 | On time 12:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 12:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00879 | On time 12:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 13:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80087 | On time 12:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 13:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80526 | On time 12:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 13:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80227 | 13:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 13:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00887 | On time 13:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 14:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80097 | On time 13:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 14:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80532 | On time 13:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h55 | 14:54 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80237 | On time 14:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h42 | 14:59 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00891 | On time 14:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 15:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80105 | 14:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 15:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80537 | On time 14:59 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h53 | 15:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80247 | On time 15:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 15:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00895 | On time 15:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 16:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80115 | On time 15:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 16:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78820 | 15:58 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h52 | 16:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80257 | On time 16:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 16:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00901 | 16:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 17:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80123 | On time 16:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 17:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78826 | 16:58 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h52 | 17:50 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80267 | 17:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 17:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00912 | On time 17:45 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h28 | 18:13 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80133 | On time 17:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 18:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L78836 | On time 18:03 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h50 | 18:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80277 | On time 18:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 18:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80143 | 18:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 19:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80552 | On time 18:58 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h54 | 19:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80287 | On time 19:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 19:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80153 | On time 19:54 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h34 | 20:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80555 | On time 20:02 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h51 | 20:53 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80297 | On time 20:17 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h41 | 20:58 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80169 | On time 20:52 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h36 | 21:28 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L80312 | On time 21:07 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h50 | 21:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L84996 | On time 22:09 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h48 | 22:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L84999 | On time 23:09 Bournemouth station (BMH) | 0h48 | 23:57 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 56 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 56 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 26m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 56 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 18:17 |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth station (BMH) and Southampton Central (SOU) 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: Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth station (BMH) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most Bournemouth station (BMH) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Bournemouth to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth station (BMH) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: 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.
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.
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