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St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery
Local museum in nearby Lymington covering the town, coast, and smuggling history. Compact displays make it an easy cultural visit from New Milton.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
22 m
Trains on 18 Sept
16
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Branksome to New Milton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Branksome to New Milton will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 16 trains from Branksome to New Milton, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Branksome to New Milton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 18 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Branksome to New Milton:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Branksome to New Milton costing on average £16.
Other travel options to New Milton take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 29m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (23m by train vs 32m by car). Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £4 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Branksome to New Milton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:02 Branksome | 0h25 | 6:27 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:57 Branksome | 0h23 | 7:20 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:27 Branksome | 0h23 | 7:50 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:49 Branksome | 0h29 | 8:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:11 Branksome | 0h20 | 8:31 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:17 Branksome | 0h23 | 8:40 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Branksome | 0h33 | 9:21 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 9:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 10:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 10:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 11:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 11:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 12:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 12:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 13:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 13:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 14:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 14:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 15:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 15:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 16:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 16:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 17:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 17:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 18:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 18:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:48 Branksome | 0h30 | 19:18 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:06 Branksome | 0h30 | 19:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:55 Branksome | 0h41 | 20:36 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:57 Branksome | 0h24 | 20:21 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:48 Branksome | 0h38 | 21:26 New Milton | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:01 Branksome | 0h27 | 21:28 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:52 Branksome | 0h36 | 22:28 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:02 Branksome | 0h26 | 23:28 New Milton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Branksome to New Milton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 20m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Discover the best of New Milton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Milton trip today.
Local museum in nearby Lymington covering the town, coast, and smuggling history. Compact displays make it an easy cultural visit from New Milton.
Independent motor museum in Bashley with classic cars, motorcycles, and nostalgic displays. A fun option for transport enthusiasts and families.
Small volunteer-run museum in nearby Christchurch sharing local social and civic history. Worth a visit for a deeper sense of the area’s past.
Clifftop greensward with sea views, paths, and places to sit. Ideal for a gentle walk and one of the most popular outdoor spots near town.
Long shingle beach and promenade area popular for walking, fresh air, and coastal views. A simple, classic seaside outing close to New Milton.
Short riverside and woodland walking area in nearby Keyhaven and Lymington. Peaceful scenery and birdlife make it a local favourite for a stroll.
Crab from the nearby south coast, often served simply dressed to showcase sweet, fresh meat landed around Hampshire and Dorset.
Traditional Hampshire watercress soup made with the county’s famous peppery leaves. It reflects the area’s long history of watercress growing.
Classic British roast beef with roasted potatoes, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, widely enjoyed in local pubs on Sundays.
Popular Turkish restaurant in New Milton serving grilled meats, meze and seafood in a smart, relaxed setting.
Well-known Indian restaurant with classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Casual café and eatery known for brunch, cakes and light lunches, popular for a relaxed daytime stop in town.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller inland towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Branksome to New Milton 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 New Milton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Branksome to New Milton trains use the Branksome to New Milton station pair. Use this guide to compare Branksome and New Milton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Branksome has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Branksome.
Wi-Fi is available at Branksome.
Ticket office support is available at Branksome.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Branksome: Parking.
Available at Branksome: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Branksome: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category C station. Steps to both 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
New Milton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at New Milton.
Wi-Fi is available at New Milton.
Ticket office support is available at New Milton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Milton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Milton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Milton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B station - This station has level access from the main entrance to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton/ London Waterloo). There is level access from Station Approach to Platform 2 (for trains towards Bournemouth/ Weymouth) via a separate entrance. The step-free route between platforms is approximately 230m via the street. 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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