The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML)
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
To travel from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) you need to make at least 2 changes.
20:152h09Southampton Central (SOU)22:24Acton Main Line (AML)£781One-way2 changes
9:151h45Southampton Central (SOU)11:00Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
10:151h45Southampton Central (SOU)12:00Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
11:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)12:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
12:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)13:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
11:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)12:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
12:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)13:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
13:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)14:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
15:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)16:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
16:151h30Southampton Central (SOU)17:45Acton Main Line (AML)£1021One-way2 changes
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) trains for today, Saturday 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 19:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h45 | 21:00 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 21:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 17 May | |||||
![]() | 9:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h45 | 11:00 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h45 | 12:00 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 12:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 13:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 14:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h45 | 16:00 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 16:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 17:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:15 Southampton Central (SOU) | 1h30 | 18:45 Acton Main Line (AML) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Acton Main Line (AML) 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 Acton Main Line (AML), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Acton Main Line (AML)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 10:40 Saturday 08:00 - 15:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located in the stations ticket hall.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: On the paid side of the barrier in the stations ticket hall.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located in the ticket hall on the paid side of the barrier. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: No rail replacement bus services operate from this station.
