4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Southampton
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Southampton will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 21 trains that leave Oxford for Southampton every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
G0104021:161h26Oxford station (OXF)22:42Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes- G0101513:161h26Oxford station (OXF)14:42Southampton Central (SOU)£181One-way0 changes
- G0100410:161h26Oxford station (OXF)11:42Southampton Central (SOU)£241One-way0 changes
- G0103018:161h26Oxford station (OXF)19:42Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes
- G0101914:181h26Oxford station (OXF)15:44Southampton Central (SOU)£341One-way0 changes
- G0103620:161h26Oxford station (OXF)21:42Southampton Central (SOU)£351One-way0 changes
- G0104021:161h26Oxford station (OXF)22:42Southampton Central (SOU)£121One-way0 changes
- G0103018:161h26Oxford station (OXF)19:42Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes
- G0100410:161h26Oxford station (OXF)11:42Southampton Central (SOU)£241One-way0 changes
- G0101513:161h26Oxford station (OXF)14:42Southampton Central (SOU)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Oxford to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 95 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Oxford to Southampton train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Southampton trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W34852+G00996 | On time 5:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h58 | 8:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
W34852 · C48458+ L80353 | On time 5:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h05 | 7:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00996 | On time 7:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h32 | 8:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35356 · C48464+L80215 | On time 7:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 9:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00998 | On time 8:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 9:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35359 · C48468+L80223 | On time 8:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 10:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00999 | On time 9:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 10:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35361 · C48474+L80235 | On time 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 11:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01002 | On time 10:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h24 | 11:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01006 | On time 11:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 12:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35366 · C48484+L80255 | On time 11:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 13:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01010 | On time 12:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 13:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01014 | On time 13:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 14:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35370 · C48494+L80275 | On time 13:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 15:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01017 | On time 14:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 15:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35372 · C48499+L80283 | On time 14:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 16:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01021 | On time 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 16:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35375 · C48504+L80295 | On time 15:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 17:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01025 | On time 16:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 17:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35377 · C48509+L80303 | On time 16:30 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h51 | 18:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01028 | On time 17:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 18:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35380 · C48514+L80309 | On time 17:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 19:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01031 | On time 18:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 19:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35382 · C48519+L80319 | On time 18:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 20:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01033 | On time 19:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 20:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35386 · C48524+L78832 | On time 19:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 21:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01037 | On time 20:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 21:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Southampton
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Trains from Oxford to Southampton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 1:06 |
Last train 23:08 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Oxford to Southampton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Southampton
Most Oxford to Southampton trains use the Oxford to Southampton Central station pair, with some services arriving at Southampton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Southampton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Southampton leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Southampton station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
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 St Denys from Southampton city centre
St Denys is 2 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
St Denys train station facilities and services
St Denys has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Denys.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St Denys.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Denys.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Denys: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at St Denys: Bike Parking.
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