The cheapest and fastest trains from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sholing (SHO) for Fratton (FTN) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:09 Sholing (SHO) | 0h41 | 08:50 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:43 Sholing (SHO) | 0h39 | 09:22 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:43 Sholing (SHO) | 0h39 | 10:22 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 06:38 Sholing (SHO) | 0h38 | 07:16 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:37 Sholing (SHO) | 0h38 | 08:15 Fratton (FTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN)
Trains from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:49, the last at 11:43. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 39m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 09:49 |
Last train 11:43 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Sholing (SHO) and Fratton (FTN) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sholing (SHO) to Fratton (FTN) 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 Fratton (FTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sholing (SHO) and Fratton (FTN)
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - There is step-free access to Platform 2 (for trains to Fareham) using a long ramp (40m) at approx 1:10 gradient (up to 1:7 in places). There is no step-free access to Platform 1 (towards Southampton, which is accessed via a stepped footbridge only). 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Woolston/Southampton, in Station Road by the 'Stop & Shop' store adjacent to footpath leading to station. To Bursledon/Fareham, in Station Road between Cranbury Road and Sholing Vicarage driveway.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 19:40 Saturday 05:55 - 19:40 Sunday 09:10 - 18:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Goldsmith Avenue (for buses in both directions). Goldsmith Avenue is located on the opposite side of the footbridge from the main entrance/taxi rank/Railway club.
