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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 46 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hove (HOV) 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 Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 trains from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
17:171h46Hove (HOV)19:03Southampton Central (SOU)£231One-way0 changes
- 17:171h46Hove (HOV)19:03Southampton Central (SOU)£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £34.
Distance: 88 km
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| Train | Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A ferry is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £23.
A ferry is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £34.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 45m.
Coach takes on average 4h 3m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 1h 58m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £16 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 Southern.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:47, the last at 08:47. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 8:47 |
Last train 8:47 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Southern from Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouthern trains will get you between Hove (HOV) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hove (HOV) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hove (HOV) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most Hove (HOV) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Brighton to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Hove (HOV) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Most popular train connections from Hove (HOV)
Most popular trains to and from Southampton Central (SOU) and Hove (HOV)
Most popular train connections to Southampton Central (SOU)
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