The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
3 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE) 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 Bitterne (BTE) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Bitterne (BTE) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 3 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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 Bitterne (BTE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE) 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 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 3 km
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39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE)
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 14:28. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 8m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 14:28 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Southern from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE) trainsSouth Western Railway, Southern trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bitterne (BTE) 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 Bitterne (BTE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bitterne (BTE) 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 Bitterne (BTE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bitterne (BTE)
- 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 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton: Stop in Bullard Road adjacent to Station Hotel. To Fareham: Bullard Road Gyratory (A3035) Bus Shelter
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton: Stop in Bullard Road adjacent to Station Hotel. To Fareham: Bullard Road Gyratory (A3035) Bus Shelter
