The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF)
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) 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 Ashurst New Forest (ANF) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Ashurst New Forest (ANF) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 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 Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 8 km
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h10 | 12:06 Ashurst New Forest (ANF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h10 | 13:06 Ashurst New Forest (ANF) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:56 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h10 | 20:06 Ashurst New Forest (ANF) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 16:28. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 10m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 16:28 |
Train companies: South Western Railway from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Ashurst New Forest (ANF) 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 Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Ashurst New Forest (ANF) 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 Ashurst New Forest (ANF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Ashurst New Forest (ANF)
- 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)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Some step-free access to all platforms - please check details. There is step-free access to Platform 1 (for trains to Southampton and London). Access to Platform 2 (for trains to Bournemouth) is either by stepped footbridge or via uneven gravel path (250m) from the council car park in Ashurst. Step-free route between platforms is approximately 900m. 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton: Bus stop on Main A35 road opposite station entrance To Brockenhurst: Bus lay-by next to New Forest Hotel
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