The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
27 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport 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 Bournemouth Airport will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Southampton Central (SOU) for Bournemouth Airport 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 33 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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 coach and train for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a ferry costs an average of £19.
Distance: 33 km
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1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h28 | 09:13 Bournemouth Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 10 January | |||||
![]() | 07:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0h27 | 08:16 Bournemouth Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport
Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:56, the last at 11:44. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 27m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 06:56 |
Last train 11:44 |
Train companies: South Western Railway, CrossCountry from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport trainsSouth Western Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth Airport from £4. 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 Bournemouth Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) to Bournemouth Airport 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 Bournemouth Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Southampton Central (SOU) and Bournemouth Airport
- 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)
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