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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 05 Sept
33
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) 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 Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 33 trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU), including 16 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 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.
G009999:161h27Oxford station (OXF)10:43Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes- G0100210:191h24Oxford station (OXF)11:43Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes
- G009967:161h32Oxford station (OXF)8:48Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes
- G0100611:181h25Oxford station (OXF)12:43Southampton Central (SOU)£291One-way0 changes
- G0103319:171h26Oxford station (OXF)20:43Southampton Central (SOU)£291One-way0 changes
- G0100210:191h24Oxford station (OXF)11:43Southampton Central (SOU)£281One-way0 changes
- G0100611:181h25Oxford station (OXF)12:43Southampton Central (SOU)£291One-way0 changes
- G009988:181h25Oxford station (OXF)9:43Southampton Central (SOU)£321One-way0 changes
- G0101714:181h25Oxford station (OXF)15:43Southampton Central (SOU)£391One-way0 changes
- G0101413:171h26Oxford station (OXF)14:43Southampton Central (SOU)£461One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 95 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU):
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Southampton Central (SOU) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 42m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01003 | Delayed 9:37 10:19Oxford station (OXF) | 1h24 | 10:45 10:45Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
 W35362 · C48481+ L80242_L84962 | On time 10:29 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h53 | 12:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01005 | On time 11:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h31 | 12:47 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01178+C48486+L80254_L84967 | On time 11:41 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h41 | 13:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01009 | On time 12:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 13:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35367 · C48491+L80262_L84972 | On time 12:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 14:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01013 | On time 13:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 14:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35369 · C48496+L80274 | On time 13:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h51 | 15:22 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01018 | On time 14:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h26 | 15:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35371 · C48501+L80282 | On time 14:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 16:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G01022 | On time 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 16:44 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35374 · C48506+L80294 | On time 15:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 17:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| G00996+W34852 | 5:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h58 | 8:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1 change | |
| W34852 · C48458+L80353 | 5:50 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h05 | 7:55 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00996 | 7:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h32 | 8:48 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35356 · C48464+L80215 | 7:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h50 | 9:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00998 | 8:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 9:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35359 · C48468+L80223 | 8:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 10:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
| G00999 | 9:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 10:43 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W35361 · C48474+L80235 | 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h49 | 11:21 Southampton Central (SOU) | 2 changes | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
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Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 95 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 95 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 6:16 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) 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 Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU)
Most Oxford station (OXF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains use the Oxford to Southampton Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford station (OXF) and Southampton Central (SOU) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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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