The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
6 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Airport 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 Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Airport for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 6 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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 Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 6 km
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:45 Southampton Airport | 0h07 | 23:52 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
![]() | 08:25 Southampton Airport | 0h10 | 08:35 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) by train or coach
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Why should you book Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare South Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Cross Country or Southern to find the best option for your trip from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 6 km distance in 7m.
Distance 6 km |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 08:25 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Southern from Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Southern trains will get you between Southampton Airport and Southampton Central (SOU) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Southampton Airport to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Airport 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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